Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Cartagena in March
Little changes in Cartagena from February: highs stay near 86°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), and about 0.4 in (10 mm) of rain falls.
At 77/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (10 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs settle around 86°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (26°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (10 mm) of rain.
It's breezy, with average winds near 15 mph (6.6 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around March
March is one of Cartagena's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by April, the score drops to 67/100.
- Comfort slips from 82/100 in February to 77/100.
- March sits inside the Dec – Mar window our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 15 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cartagena in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Islas del Rosario
Coral archipelago in a national park about an hour by boat, with clear water for snorkeling.
Why now March scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Castillo San Felipe de Barajas
Massive Spanish fortress with tunnels, built on San Lázaro hill to guard the city.
Palacio de la Inquisición
Colonial palace on Plaza de Bolívar now a history museum covering the Inquisition and the city.
Café del Mar
Open-air bar on the old city walls at Baluarte Santo Domingo, facing the sunset.
Las Bóvedas
Former vaults in the city wall now holding craft and souvenir shops.
Nearby in March
- Medellín in March~287 mi · highs 76°F, 6.1 in rain · 6°C (10°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Cartagena?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 77/100. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 0.4 in (10 mm) of rain. March is inside the Dec – Mar window our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends.
How hot is Cartagena in March?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 78°F (26°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cartagena in March?
Not much: about 0.4 in (10 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.9 in (1369 mm).
What should I pack for Cartagena in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 15 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Cartagena
Routes in season in March
- Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean Dec – Mar
Planning Cartagena in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.