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Cartagena, Murcia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Cartagena, Murcia?
Cartagena, Murcia gets 289 mm of precipitation a year over about 49 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low 4°C).
Semi-arid climate
Cartagena, Murcia has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 17°C in January to 34°C in August. September is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and October to December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 5° | 17° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 10° | 24° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 19° | 33° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 13° | 26° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Cartagena got 242 mm of rain, against a normal of 289 mm for those months. December 2025 had the most, with 81 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 83% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 79% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 83% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 48%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 62% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Cartagena is sunnier than 92% of Spain.
Humidity peaks in June at 83% and is lowest in January at 74%.
Cartagena has about 70 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
These records cover MURCIA/ALCANTARILLA during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 180 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4° | 17° | 30 mm | 5 | 74% | 59% | 28° | -5° |
| February | 6° | 18° | 21 mm | 4 | 78% | 57% | 29° | -5° |
| March | 7° | 21° | 32 mm | 5 | 78% | 48% | 33° | -3° |
| April | 10° | 23° | 27 mm | 5 | 78% | 52% | 36° | 0° |
| May | 13° | 27° | 21 mm | 4 | 80% | 60% | 42° | 4° |
| June | 17° | 32° | 16 mm | 2 | 83% | 69% | 44° | 9° |
| July | 21° | 34° | 1.8 mm | 1 | 83% | 83% | 46° | 13° |
| August | 21° | 34° | 11 mm | 2 | 80% | 79% | 47° | 13° |
| September | 18° | 31° | 40 mm | 4 | 77% | 60% | 43° | 8° |
| October | 13° | 26° | 27 mm | 5 | 77% | 54% | 35° | 1° |
| November | 8° | 21° | 31 mm | 6 | 75% | 59% | 31° | -3° |
| December | 5° | 17° | 32 mm | 5 | 74% | 60% | 27° | -5° |
Station: MURCIA/ALCANTARILLA, 45 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 83% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.