Cartagena Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Cartagena experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1562 mm (61 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Cartagena shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 270 mm (11 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 9 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 170 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cartagena Temperature page.
Explore Cartagena's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Cartagena spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Colombia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Colombia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Cartagena vs World: Rainfall Compared
Cartagena's average annual precipitation is 1562 mm (61 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Cartagena's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cartagena Climate page.
