Cartagena · Colombia
April
End of dry season with sporadic showers — still excellent, and noticeably more affordable.
Best match
#3 of 12 months
April is one of the best times to visit Cartagena.
Climate
High
32°C
Low
25°C
Rain
30mm
Sun
8.5hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How April scores in Cartagena
Weather
Excellent
Value
Very good
Crowds
Very good
Events
Below average
Atmosphere
Very good
What you gain in April
- ↑30mm of rain is spread over several brief afternoon showers that typically clear within an hour — outdoors plans rarely cancelled
- ↑Accommodation prices at their most affordable in the dry season: 20–30% below January peak with wide availability
- ↑The walled city at a comfortable volume: fewer cruise ships mid-April and the international peak easing off
What you sacrifice
- ↓First showers of the year beginning: occasional afternoon storms are brief but can interrupt boat trips to the islands
- ↓Easter week (Semana Santa) if it falls in April: domestic Colombian tourism floods Cartagena with additional visitors and prices spike
- ↓Temperature with higher humidity than earlier months: the combination feels heavier, particularly at midday in the old city
How April compares to February (best month)
| Factor | April | February ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 8 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 5 |
| Crowds | 7 | 4 |
April in other destinations
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Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Cartagena, not across destinations. Methodology →