Cartagena in December
December in Cartagena brings highs around 89°F (31°C), lows near 77°F and about 3 rainy days. The sun sets around 5:43 pm. The sea is about 84°F (29°C). It's one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing.
Photo: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 4.0
What December is good for in Cartagena
Each activity rated for December's weather and sea.
Great now Scuba divingGreat in December
Great now SnorkelingGreat in December
Great now Boat toursGreat in December
Great now Sunset cruisesGreat in December
Great now Catamaran toursGreat in December
Cooking classesAny month
Walking toursGood in December
Food toursGood in December
ATV toursGood in December
December next to November and January
| Month | November | December | January |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 89°F (32°C) | 89°F (31°C) | 88°F (31°C) |
| Low | 78°F (26°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 75°F (24°C) |
| Rainy days | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Sea | 85°F | 84°F | 83°F |
| Sunset | 5:36 pm | 5:43 pm | 5:59 pm |
| Daylight | 11 h 39 min | 11 h 32 min | 11 h 35 min |
Averages for Cartagena, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th.
Tours in Cartagena
Cartagena ATV TourFrom $115View 
Private City tour CartagenaFrom $140View 
Cartagena 5 Island Hop Tour: Lunch, Snorkel, Beach Clubs, & MoreFrom $70View 
ATV Half-Day Tour in CartagenaFrom $115View 
Cartagena: Private Walking Tour of the Walled City & GetsemaníFrom $56View 
Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in CartagenaFrom $13View
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Questions
Is December a good time to visit Cartagena?
It's one of the most comfortable months for sightseeing. The most comfortable months overall are January, February, March, April and December.
How hot is Cartagena in December?
Average highs are about 89°F (31°C) and lows about 77°F (25°C).
Does it rain much in Cartagena in December?
December averages 3 rainy days, against 12 in the wettest month.
How warm is the sea in Cartagena in December?
About 84°F (29°C). Warm enough for long swims and snorkeling.
