Month guide · Cartagena · Colombia
Cartagena in February
What February is really like in Cartagena: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Cartagena. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 11.8 hours of daylight. Among the driest and breeziest months, with fewer crowds after the holidays; a very good time to visit.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in February
February is the 8th-warmest month in Cartagena: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 28 days. Compared with January (31°C (88°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:22
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:10
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Main wet season (September–November). The rainiest months, with heavy storms that pass quickly; the quietest period apart from the independence festivities in November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February 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 February
- Fiesta de la Virgen de la Candelaria at La Popa (around 2 February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Bay of Cartagena
Sunset sail on the bay
Sailboats and catamarans leave the old-town marinas around late afternoon for a cruise round the bay, with views back to the walls, Bocagrande's skyline and the forts as the sun sets.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Couples
- Views
- After dark
Historic site · El Centro
The walled city
Explore early in the morning or after 4pm; the midday heat is intense and the light is better for photos.
- Time needed
- Half a day or more
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
Neighbourhood · Getsemaní
Getsemaní streets and Plaza de la Trinidad
Getsemaní's lanes are covered with murals by local artists, flags and hanging umbrellas, especially around Calle de la Sierpe and Callejón Angosto.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- After dark
- Food
- Photo spot
Landmark · El Centro
Plaza Santo Domingo
Have a drink on a terrace after dark, when the church is lit and the heat eases.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- After dark
- Couples
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Cartagena.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 24°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Cartagena?
One of the best months to visit Cartagena, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are March–April. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Cartagena?
It is one of the best months to visit Cartagena. Among the driest and breeziest months, with fewer crowds after the holidays; a very good time to visit.
+How warm is Cartagena in February?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Cartagena in February?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.