Cartagena Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Cartagena’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Spain.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Cartagena, temperatures can shift dramatically between warm in summer and mild in winter. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in August to a moderate 17°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 10°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Cartagena by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth. August, the city’s warmest month, receives 319 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 33 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 13 days. It records 188 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Spain Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Spain. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Cartagena Temperatures Compared World Wide
Cartagena’s average annual maximum temperature is 22°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Cartagena, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 65% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 17°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 54% combined with an average maximum temperature of 29°C, which creates a moderate-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Cartagena’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Cartagena climate page.
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