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Cartagena, Departamento de Bolívar, Colombia

Cartagena in January

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. The best months for Cartagena are January, February, March and December. In January, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest.
Avg temp
28°C
Rainfall
37 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In January, Cartagena is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 28°C with about 37mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Cartagena in January

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Estadio Once de Noviembre
Estadio Once de Noviembre Abel Leal Díaz is a baseball stadium in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. It currently serves as the home of the Tigres de Cartagena of Colombia's profession
Siege of Cartagena (1815)
The siege of Cartagena (1815) was a successful 105-day Spanish siege by combined naval and ground forces under command of General Pablo Morillo, of the Colombian city and fortress
Siege of Cartagena (1820–21)
The siege of Cartagena (1820–1821) was a military confrontation fought in the context of the Colombian War of Independence between Patriots and Royalists, with the victory of the f
Bolívar Department
Bolívar is a department of Colombia. It was named after one of the original nine states of the United States of Colombia. It is located in the north of the country, extending rough
Castillo San Felipe de Barajas
The Castillo San Felipe de Barajas is a fortress in the city of Cartagena, Colombia. The castle was built in 1639, and is located on the Hill of San Lázaro in a strategic location,
Local food tour of Cartagena
Taste the signature dishes of Cartagena.

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Cartagena in January: FAQ

Is January a good time to visit Cartagena?+

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. Cartagena's best months are generally January, February, March and December.

What is the weather like in Cartagena in January?+

Expect average temperatures around 28°C. Rainfall averages about 37mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Cartagena in January?+

Based on the typical January weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Cartagena in January?+

Popular things to do include Estadio Once de Noviembre, Siege of Cartagena (1815), Siege of Cartagena (1820–21) and Bolívar Department. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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