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Cartagena in July
Little changes in Cartagena from June: highs stay near 86°F (30°C), lows near 81°F (27°C), and about 6.3 in (160 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 51/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 81°F (27°C)
- Rain
- 6.3 in (160 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Highs settle around 86°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 81°F (27°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.3 in (160 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are January – March.
- Comfort slips from 54/100 in June to 51/100.
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cartagena in July
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
La Cevichería
Small spot near the walls famous for Caribbean ceviches and seafood rice.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.3 in of rain.
Celele
Getsemaní restaurant built on research into Colombian Caribbean ingredients and traditions.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Palacio de la Inquisición
Colonial palace on Plaza de Bolívar now a history museum covering the Inquisition and the city.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.3 in of rain.
Café del Mar
Open-air bar on the old city walls at Baluarte Santo Domingo, facing the sunset.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter July days.
Walled City of Cartagena
UNESCO-listed old town of plazas, flower-draped balconies and 11 km of stone ramparts.
Nearby in July
- Medellín in July~287 mi · highs 75°F, 7.2 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cartagena in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Cartagena?
It's middling, scoring 51/100. The best months are January – March, at up to 83. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 6.3 in (160 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Cartagena in July?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 81°F (27°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cartagena in July?
Yes: about 6.3 in (160 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.9 in (1369 mm).
What should I pack for Cartagena in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.3 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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