What to expect in Cartagena in March
March is a strong choice for Cartagena: 32° / 25°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Cartagena weather in March
Typical conditions in Cartagena during March, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 32°C 90°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 25°C 77°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 15/100 |
| Total rainfall | 2 mm0.08 in |
| Rainy days | 1 |
| Sea temperature | 27°C 81°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 4 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 32°C with lows near 25°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Cartagena — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 32°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in March sit around the yearly average for Cartagena — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 17% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Cartagena International Film Festival (FICCI) while you’re there.
- Cartagena International Film Festival (FICCI) — One of Latin America's oldest film festivals screens international and Colombian cinema across the old city each March.
Cartagena in March compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31° / 24° | High | $$ | 50 |
| February | 31° / 24° | High | $$ | 52 |
| March · This month | 32° / 25° | Moderate | $$ | 54 |
| April | 32° / 25° | Moderate | $$ | 56 |
| May | 32° / 25° | Moderate | $ | 53 |
These months score higher for Cartagena on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in March
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in March.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
