ColombiaThe weather in August in Cartagena
It's hot in August in Cartagena with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Cartagena. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Cartagena, Colombia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2019, Cartagena reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 181 mm of precipitation, spread over 22 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Cartagena
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cartagena. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Cartagena | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 181 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 22 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Cartagena with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 27°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Cartagena is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
UV index
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.
The hurricane season in Cartagena runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Cartagena, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Cartagena
Temperature in August in Cartagena over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Cartagena, Colombia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Cartagena
Total precipitation in August in Cartagena over the years
Daily UV index in August in Cartagena
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August 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.
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Average weather in Cartagena by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cartagena. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.