Cartagena · Colombia
March
Excellent dry-season weather with the post-Carnaval lull — good value and reliable sunshine.
Best match
#2 of 12 months
March is one of the best times to visit Cartagena.
Climate
High
32°C
Low
24°C
Rain
15mm
Sun
9hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How March scores in Cartagena
Weather
Outstanding
Value
Good
Crowds
Good
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Excellent
What you gain in March
- ↑Prices returning to moderate after the February peak: many walled-city hotels at 15–20% below their January rates
- ↑Near-zero rain and 9+ hours of sunshine: the Rosario Islands and Barú beach trips operating flawlessly through the month
- ↑The walled city less congested than peak season: colonial streets walkable without the January cruise-ship crowd surge
What you sacrifice
- ↓Temperatures reaching 32°C make midday outdoor exploration increasingly demanding — the city is best at 07:00–10:00 and after 17:00
- ↓Some accommodation properties already implementing Easter pricing if Holy Week falls in March
- ↓The Caribbean heat is consistent regardless of month — shade, sunscreen, and hydration remain non-optional
How March compares to February (best month)
| Factor | March | February ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 9 | 9 |
| Value | 6 | 5 |
| Crowds | 6 | 4 |
March 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 →