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Cartagena Weather May

Cartagena is located in semi-arid climate zone that is known for hot weather with minor participation during summer time and substantial temperature changes during the day.
To help you choose the best time to travel, you can find climate data below on the weather in Cartagena in May.
![]() | average daily high | +22.9°C |
![]() | average daily low | +13.8°C |
![]() | sea temperature | +18°C |
![]() | daytime | 14.7 h |
![]() | sunny / overcast hours | 8.6 / 6.1 |
![]() | average monthly precipitation | 25 mm |
High season with the best weather conditions for the beach leisure in Cartagena are typically June, July, August, September.
Temperature in Cartagena
In May the average daily maximum in Cartagena is +22.9°C, and the minimum +13.8°C.
The hottest May day on record is +36°C, and the coldest +4.8°C.
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Daylight hours
There are 14.7 hours of daylight in Cartagena in May. Out of these, on average 8.6 are sunny, which means there is quite a lot of sun.
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Sea temperature
The average monthly temperature in the Mediterranean Sea on the beaches of Cartagena in May is +18°C.
The water is considered very cool, but some hardy people might bathe in it for 10-15 minutes.
Precipitation
The amount of precipitation in Cartagena in May is usually 25 mm, a negligible amount.