When to visit
Cartagena?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Cartagena
Region of Murcia · Spain

The best weather in Cartagena is from May, June, October, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are May, October, November.consistent weather climate

Climate score
September
91

Perfect climate

☀️Pleasant

Temperature
21–28°C
Warm nights
Feels like
22–29°C
Slightly humid
Precipitation
50mm
Heavy downpours · 5 days
Sunshine
10.9h
Partly cloudy
Humidity (%)
73%
Slightly humid
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
58
Shoulder season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep58OctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score606871889598847291939072
ClimateMildMildMildMildPleasantPleasantHot & dryHot & dryPleasantPleasantMildMild
Temperature9–16°C10–17°C11–18°C13–20°C16–23°C19–27°C23–30°C23–31°C21–28°C17–24°C13–20°C10–18°C
Feels like6–14°C7–14°C9–16°C11–19°C15–24°C21–29°C25–33°C26–34°C22–29°C18–25°C11–19°C8–16°C
Precipitation32mm
4 days
13mm
3 days
50mm
8 days
43mm
6 days
28mm
3 days
10mm
2 days
2mm
0 days
14mm
2 days
50mm
5 days
32mm
4 days
28mm
4 days
27mm
4 days
Sunshine8.6h
☀︎ 86%
9.3h
☀︎ 86%
9.8h
☀︎ 82%
10.8h
☀︎ 82%
12.7h
☀︎ 90%
13.4h
☀︎ 91%
13.6h
☀︎ 94%
12.3h
☀︎ 91%
10.9h
☀︎ 88%
9.5h
☀︎ 85%
8.9h
☀︎ 88%
8.2h
☀︎ 85%
WindNW · 18 km/hNW · 20 km/hW · 22 km/hNE · 21 km/hE · 19 km/hE · 19 km/hE · 18 km/hE · 18 km/hE · 18 km/hN · 16 km/hNW · 17 km/hNW · 17 km/h
Humidity (%)69%68%69%70%69%68%70%71%73%74%70%73%
Day length9.9h10.8h12.0h13.2h14.2h14.7h14.5h13.6h12.4h11.2h10.2h9.6h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Carthaginians and Romans Festival
La Mar de Músicas Festival
Holy Week in Cartagena
Cartagena Carnival
Cartagena International Film Festival (FICC)
Cartagena International Jazz Festival
Events & Festivals
  • Carthaginians and Romans FestivalfestivalSignature event
    September· 50k+ visitors

    This spectacular historical reenactment festival takes place in late September, transforming Cartagena into an ancient b…

  • La Mar de Músicas Festivalfestival
    July· 5k+ visitors

    This prestigious world music festival takes over Cartagena in July, offering a diverse lineup of international artists.…

  • Holy Week in Cartagenareligious
    March, April· 50k+ visitors

    Cartagena's Holy Week processions, held in March or April, are renowned for their solemnity and unique floral arrangemen…

  • Cartagena Carnivalfestival
    February· 5k+ visitors

    The Cartagena Carnival in February brings a burst of color and festivity to the city before Lent. While the winter weath…

  • Cartagena International Film Festival (FICC)cultural
    November, December· 5k+ visitors

    The FICC, held in November or December, showcases a selection of national and international films in various genres. The…

  • Cartagena International Jazz Festivalcultural
    November· 5k+ visitors

    Held in November, this festival brings renowned jazz artists to Cartagena's historic venues. The autumn weather is typic…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Cartagena?

The best weather in Cartagena is from June, May, October, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are May, October, November (10–31 °C).

What is the weather like in Cartagena?

Cartagena has a climate with an overall score of 8.2/10. Annual temperatures range from 9 °C to 31 °C.

What is the hottest month in Cartagena?

The hottest month in Cartagena is August, with average highs of 31 °C and lows of 23 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Cartagena?

The rainiest month in Cartagena is March, with an average of 50 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Cartagena?

Peak season in Cartagena is July, August. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Cartagena?

Shoulder season in Cartagena falls in June, September. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.