Cartagena, Murcia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Cartagena get?

Cartagena gets 289 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 49 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 92% of Spain.

September is the wettest month, with 40 mm. July is the driest, with 2 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 6.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 66 days, to July 22, 2026.

Cartagena weather by month

Cartagena weather in January

In January, Cartagena averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The January record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -5°C (1991). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cartagena weather in February

In February, Cartagena averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The February record high is 29°C (1995) and the record low is -5°C (1981). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cartagena weather in March

In March, Cartagena averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The March record high is 33°C (2017) and the record low is -3°C (2004). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cartagena weather in April

In April, Cartagena averages a high of 23°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2011) and the record low is 0°C (1971). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cartagena weather in May

In May, Cartagena averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The May record high is 42°C (2015) and the record low is 4°C (1970).

Cartagena weather in June

In June, Cartagena averages a high of 32°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The June record high is 44°C (2012) and the record low is 9°C (1992).

Cartagena weather in July

In July, Cartagena averages a high of 34°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 83% of daylight hours. The July record high is 46°C (1994) and the record low is 13°C (1979).

Cartagena weather in August

In August, Cartagena averages a high of 34°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 79% of daylight hours. The August record high is 47°C (2021) and the record low is 13°C (1975).

Cartagena weather in September

In September, Cartagena averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The September record high is 43°C (2016) and the record low is 8°C (1993).

Cartagena weather in October

In October, Cartagena averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The October record high is 35°C (2019) and the record low is 1°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cartagena weather in November

In November, Cartagena averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (1985) and the record low is -3°C (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Cartagena weather in December

In December, Cartagena averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The December record high is 27°C (1978) and the record low is -5°C (1970). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Cartagena

July is the sunniest month in Cartagena, with sunshine about 83% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 48%. Over the year the sun shines about 62% of daylight hours. Cartagena is sunnier than 92% of Spain.

Humidity peaks in June at 83% and is lowest in January at 74%.

Cartagena has about 69 days a year above 32°C. Cartagena is hotter than 96% of Spain.

First and last freeze in Cartagena

The first fall freeze in Cartagena typically comes around December 14, and the last spring freeze around February 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 304 days.

Cartagena weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Cartagena station is 47°C, on August 15, 2021. The coldest is -5°C, on December 26, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 180 mm of rain, on September 12, 2019.

39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Cartagena

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 5°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 33°C and lows near 20°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 13°C.

Cartagena climate questions

How much rain does Cartagena get?

Cartagena gets 289 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 49 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Cartagena?

September is the wettest month in Cartagena, with 40 mm. July is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Cartagena have a year?

Cartagena has about 49 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 6.

What is the hottest month in Cartagena?

July is the warmest month in Cartagena, with an average high of 34°C.

What is the coldest month in Cartagena?

January is the coldest month in Cartagena, with an average low of 4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Cartagena?

The record high at the Cartagena station is 47°C, set on August 15, 2021. The record low is -5°C, on December 26, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Cartagena?

July is the sunniest month in Cartagena, with sunshine about 83% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Cartagena?

The first fall freeze in Cartagena typically comes around December 14. The last spring freeze is around February 13.

What is the best time to visit Cartagena?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.