Normal weather for Cartagena in December
It's hot in December in Cartagena with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
In December, there is an average of 39 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Cartagena in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
35°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
32°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
39 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 10 days | |
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Start of December
The month of December starts in Cartagena with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 26°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 33°C, with nights close to 26°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Cartagena will be around 33°C, with nights close to 26°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Is December a good time to visit Cartagena?
December is a great month to be in Cartagena for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
The hurricane season in Cartagena runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Cartagena in December
With 59°C, Cartagena hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 5°C to a high of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Cartagena
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Cartagena, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Cartagena
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Cartagena, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Cartagena.
Daily UV Index in December in Cartagena
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Cartagena, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Cartagena Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Cartagena, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Cartagena Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Cartagena, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Cartagena
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Average Weather in Cartagena by Month
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