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Cartagena in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Cartagena in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Cartagena in May 2025

OK Weather
Hot
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Cartagena in May usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +88°F and roughly 0 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 25 rainy days with an average precipitation of 153 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+75°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
153 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
25 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cartagena has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Cartagena in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cartagena for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in May is +90°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +97°F during the day and a minimum of +77°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 9% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +86°F.

Is Cartagena warm or cold in May?

Cartagena is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Cartagena:

Climate in Cartagena in May

Cartagena weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+88°F+88°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+75°F+75°F+75°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+97°F+100°F
Rainfall
64 mm153 mm161 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
82%86%86%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1009 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
200
Cloudy days
411
Rainy days
232523
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as ok as in April. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 64 mm to 153 mm. Humidity rises from 82% to 86%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in April to 0 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Cartagena in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Cartagena is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Cartagena based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 58%, leading to total precipitation of around 116 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May 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 May in Cartagena?

This is the weather in Cartagena in May 2023:
1 May
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+88°F
2 May
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+94°F
3 May
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+95°F
4 May
☁️
+92°F
5 May
☁️
+96°F
6 May
☁️
+94°F
7 May
☁️
+93°F
8 May
☀️
+95°F
9 May
☁️
+96°F
10 May
☁️
+90°F
11 May
☁️
+88°F
12 May
☀️
+92°F
13 May
☀️
+94°F
14 May
☁️
+90°F
15 May
☁️
+88°F
16 May
☁️
+88°F
17 May
☁️
+89°F
18 May
☀️
+92°F
19 May
☁️
+93°F
20 May
☁️
+91°F
21 May
🌧️
+86°F
22 May
☁️
+86°F
23 May
☀️
+88°F
24 May
🌧️
+90°F
25 May
🌧️
+86°F
26 May
☁️
+89°F
27 May
☁️
+89°F
28 May
☁️
+88°F
29 May
☁️
+87°F
30 May
☁️
+87°F
31 May
🌧️
+86°F
In May 2023 Cartagena had 7 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Cartagena climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Cartagena in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+85°F) and the highest in 2015 (+90°F). 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 May:

Is May a good time to visit Cartagena?

It’s always a good time to visit Cartagena, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Cartagena in May?

Absolutely, May 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 May?

Cartagena is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Cartagena in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Cartagena in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Cartagena

Source of the data

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.