November · Colombia
Best time to visit Cartagena in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cartagena in November
Average temperature 27°C, 191 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
7.4/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 191 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
November in Cartagena scores 7.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 191 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cartagena de Indias is a walled Caribbean city in Colombia, with colonial squares, fortresses and island beaches.
November in Cartagena: strong conditions, 11th of 12
Days in November average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 85% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
191 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.4/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Cartagena — 2.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cartagena in November?
- In November, Cartagena averages 27°C, 191 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Cartagena?
- November earns a 7.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cartagena in November?
- Expect about 191 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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