Cartagena weather in December (Bolivar, Colombia)

How is the weather in Cartagena in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Cartagena generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Cartagena in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Typically around 3 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 242 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cartagena climate page with graphs.

 

Cartagena, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
SunshineSunshine 242 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 68%  

Where to go in Colombia in December

Find out more about the weather in Colombia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Cartagena in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Colombia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Colombia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.