Cartagena in May
May in Cartagena brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 79°F and about 7 rainy days. The sun sets around 6:16 pm. The sea is about 84°F (29°C). It's a fair month: plan indoor backups.
Photo: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 4.0
What May is good for in Cartagena
Each activity rated for May's weather and sea.
May next to April and June
| Month | April | May | June |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 89°F (32°C) | 90°F (32°C) | 90°F (32°C) |
| Low | 78°F (26°C) | 79°F (26°C) | 79°F (26°C) |
| Rainy days | 2 | 7 | 9 |
| Sea | 82°F | 84°F | 85°F |
| Sunset | 6:13 pm | 6:16 pm | 6:24 pm |
| Daylight | 12 h 22 min | 12 h 36 min | 12 h 43 min |
Averages for Cartagena, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th.
Tours in Cartagena
Cartagena ATV TourFrom $115View 
Private City tour CartagenaFrom $140View 
Cartagena 5 Island Hop Tour: Lunch, Snorkel, Beach Clubs, & MoreFrom $70View 
ATV Half-Day Tour in CartagenaFrom $115View 
Cartagena: Private Walking Tour of the Walled City & GetsemaníFrom $56View 
Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in CartagenaFrom $13View
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Questions
Is May a good time to visit Cartagena?
It's a fair month: plan indoor backups. The most comfortable months overall are January, February, March, April and December.
How hot is Cartagena in May?
Average highs are about 90°F (32°C) and lows about 79°F (26°C).
Does it rain much in Cartagena in May?
May averages 7 rainy days, against 12 in the wettest month.
How warm is the sea in Cartagena in May?
About 84°F (29°C). Warm enough for long swims and snorkeling.
