Colombia (Cartagena) · December
Best travel monthTravel seasonColombia · South America
Max Temp
31.7°C
Min Temp
25°C
Sunshine
8.5 h/day
Rain Days
7 days
Water Temp
28.1°C
Rainfall
45.4 mm
Humidity
82%
Avg Temp
27.9°C
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.
