Month guide · Cartagena · Colombia
Cartagena in April
What April is really like in Cartagena: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: JERRYE AND ROY KLOTZ MD, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Cartagena. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 12.3 hours of daylight. Hot and still mostly dry, with breezes easing; quieter once Easter is over.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in April
April is the warmest month in Cartagena: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 30 days. Compared with March (31°C (88°F)), April is about as warm; by May highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 05:51
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 18:13
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Dry season (December–April). Sunny with trade winds that make the heat more bearable; peak crowds from mid-December to mid-January and at Semana Santa.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in April
April has no major recurring festival in Cartagena, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Market · Pie de la Popa
Mercado de Bazurto
Cartagena's sprawling, chaotic main market sells fish, meat, fruit and household goods, with cheap lunch stalls cooking fried fish and stews.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- Photo spot
Landmark · El Centro
City walls and bastions
Walk the stretch between Baluarte de Santo Domingo and Baluarte de Santa Catalina at sunset, when the sea breeze picks up.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- History
- Couples
Castle · Getsemaní
Castillo San Felipe de Barajas
Built on San Lázaro hill from the 1630s and expanded in the 18th century, this is the largest Spanish fortress in the Americas.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Views
- Kids
Viewpoint · Cerro de la Popa
Convento de la Popa
Go by taxi with an agreed return, rather than walking up through the neighbourhoods below.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- History
- Photo spot
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Cartagena.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 26°C and 3 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Cartagena?
One of the best months to visit Cartagena. The other best months are February–March. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Cartagena?
It is one of the best months to visit Cartagena. Hot and still mostly dry, with breezes easing; quieter once Easter is over.
+How warm is Cartagena in April?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Cartagena in April?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.