What to expect in Cartagena in October
October is usually the wrong time for Cartagena: 31° / 24°. Consider February · January instead.
Cartagena weather in October
Typical conditions in Cartagena during October, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 31°C 88°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C 75°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 170/100 |
| Total rainfall | 235 mm9.3 in |
| Rainy days | 16 |
| Sea temperature | 29°C 85°F |
| Daylight | 11 h 54 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 24°C. Expect a fair amount of rain, so plan indoor backups.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Cartagena — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 31°C make midday heat the main constraint. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Cartagena. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 66% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in October, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Cartagena in October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August | 32° / 25° | Moderate | $$ | 53 |
| September | 31° / 24° | Low | $ | 58 |
| October · This month | 31° / 24° | Low | $ | 54 |
| November | 31° / 24° | Low | $ | 57 |
| December | 31° / 24° | High | $$ | 47 |
These months score higher for Cartagena on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in October
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in October.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
