Cartagena Weather Forecast
Cartagena weather: 82°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Cartagena?
Possibly - there is a 49% chance in Cartagena today.
A 49% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 2,5 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (2,5 in against a typical 1,8 in).
16-day forecast for Cartagena
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 78° | 49% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 78° | 87% · 0,3 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 77° | 84% · 0,5 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 77° | 96% · 1,0 in | 11 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 77° | 94% · 0,4 in | 7 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 84° / 76° | 86% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 78° | 81% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 76° | 95% · 0,4 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 77° | 89% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 78° | 89% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 82° / 76° | 91% · 0,5 in | 8 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 76° | 83% · 0,8 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light showers | 82° / 75° | 84% · 0,4 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 75° | 84% · 0,3 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 76° | 73% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 76° | 58% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 4 |
What this means for Cartagena
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 88°F is 2.7°F above the 86°F typical for this month.
A 49% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 35°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, October and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cartagena?
Cartagena is a city in Colombia. Its coordinates are 10.391, -75.4794. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Cartagena right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 92% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cartagena?
January, February, March, April and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Cartagena, which has a temperate climate. June, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cartagena in?
Cartagena observes America/Bogota (UTC-05:00). The local time is 3:16 AM.
How many people live in Cartagena?
Cartagena has a population of approximately 1 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 24, 2026 at 3:16 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
