If you plan to visit Cartagena in July, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 23 rainy days in the month and around 139 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+23°C
Min.
+39°C
Max.
139 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cartagena has OK weather in July.
Average temperature in Cartagena in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cartagena for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +36°C during the day to a minimum of +26°C during the night, the temperature in July averages around +32°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +31°C.
Is Cartagena warm or cold in July?
Cartagena is typically hot in July.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +26°C to +26°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how July is compared to other months in Cartagena:
Climate in Cartagena in July
Cartagena weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+31°C
+31°C
+31°C
Min. temperature
+24°C
+23°C
+24°C
Max. temperature
+38°C
+39°C
+37°C
Rainfall
161 mm
139 mm
170 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
86%
86%
86%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
0
1
0
Cloudy days
1
2
1
Rainy days
23
23
23
Snowy days
0
0
0
July weather is still as ok as in June.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 161 mm to 139 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 86%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 0 to 1.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Cartagena in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Cartagena is gradually increasing during July, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Cartagena based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 81% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 151 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Cartagena wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 77% chance of precipitation and 244 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 6 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last July in Cartagena?
This is the weather in Cartagena in July 2023:
1 July
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+32°C
2 July
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+29°C
3 July
🌧️
+31°C
4 July
🌧️
+31°C
5 July
☁️
+32°C
6 July
🌧️
+30°C
7 July
☀️
+31°C
8 July
☀️
+31°C
9 July
🌧️
+32°C
10 July
☀️
+34°C
11 July
☀️
+32°C
12 July
☀️
+31°C
13 July
☀️
+33°C
14 July
☀️
+31°C
15 July
🌧️
+31°C
16 July
☀️
+31°C
17 July
☀️
+33°C
18 July
☀️
+32°C
19 July
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+36°C
20 July
☀️
+36°C
21 July
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+35°C
22 July
☀️
+33°C
23 July
☀️
+34°C
24 July
☀️
+34°C
25 July
☀️
+33°C
26 July
☀️
+32°C
27 July
☀️
+32°C
28 July
☀️
+32°C
29 July
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+33°C
30 July
☀️
+33°C
31 July
☀️
+31°C
In July 2023 Cartagena had 24 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +36°C and a minimum of +29°C. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 63%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in July?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Cartagena climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Cartagena in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+30°C) and the highest in 2015 (+32°C). The driest year was 1982 with only 834 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 1981 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cartagena in July:
Is July a good time to visit Cartagena?
It’s always a good time to visit Cartagena, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Cartagena in July?
Absolutely, July is hot in Cartagena. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Cartagena rainy in July?
Cartagena is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Cartagena in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Cartagena in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cartagena, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.