Month guide · Cartagena · Colombia
Cartagena in March
What March is really like in Cartagena: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Cartagena. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Dry and sunny; Semana Santa in March or April brings national crowds.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in March
March is the 9th-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 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 31 days. Compared with February (31°C (88°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:09
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:13
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°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, March rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
- Cartagena International Film Festival (usually March or April)
- Semana Santa processions (March or April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · El Centro
Museo del Oro Zenú
A free, cool half-hour stop between Plaza de Bolívar and the cathedral.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Rainy day
- Art
Religious site · El Centro
Church and Cloister of San Pedro Claver
The church and cloister commemorate the 17th-century Jesuit Pedro Claver, who ministered to enslaved Africans arriving in the port.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
Religious site · El Centro
Cathedral of Santa Catalina de Alejandría
The tower is one of the easiest landmarks to navigate by when exploring the walled city.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
Market · San Diego
Las Bóvedas
Twenty-three vaults built into the walls in the late 18th century, once used as storerooms and later as a prison, now house craft and souvenir shops selling hammocks, mochila bags and Wayuu weavings.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- History
- Free
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 25°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Cartagena?
One of the best months to visit Cartagena, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are February and April. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Cartagena?
It is one of the best months to visit Cartagena. Dry and sunny; Semana Santa in March or April brings national crowds.
+How warm is Cartagena in March?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Cartagena in March?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.