Colombia (Cartagena) · December
Best travel monthTravel seasonColombia · South America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° |
MINMIN | 25° | 25° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 25° |
☀️Sunshine | 10h | 10h | 10h | 8h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 7h | 7h | 6h | 7h | 9h |
🌊Water Temp | 27° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° |
🌧Rain Days | 1d6mm | 0d4mm | 2d17mm | 10d61mm | 18d140mm | 19d160mm | 18d137mm | 21d169mm | 21d157mm | 21d208mm | 18d179mm | 7d45mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
December is one of the best travel months for Colombia (Cartagena) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 32°C, and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 32°C, cooling to 25°C at night (daily average: 28°C). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 45 mm total. The water is a warm 28°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in December are ideal.
Beste Jahreszeit: trocken, 28–32°C, die koloniale Altstadt in warmem Licht, Bootsausflüge zu den Rosario-Inseln mit klarem Wasser. Cartagenas Mauern und Dachterrassen im Abendsonnenlicht.
Packing list for Colombia (Cartagena) in December
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Colombia (Cartagena)?
- Yes — December is one of the best months to visit Colombia (Cartagena) (Climate Score: 82/100). Pleasant temperatures (32°C), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (7) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Colombia (Cartagena) in December?
- In December, Colombia (Cartagena) sees daily highs of 32°C. Nights cool to 25°C, with a daily average of 28°C.
- How much rain falls in Colombia (Cartagena) in December?
- In December, Colombia (Cartagena) receives an average of 45 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Colombia (Cartagena) get in December?
- Colombia (Cartagena) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in December — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Colombia (Cartagena) in December?
- Water temperature in Colombia (Cartagena) in December averages 28°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
