Medellin vs Cartagena

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cartagena edges ahead as the better destination in April. Cartagena offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 15 rain days, while Medellin sees 8 sunshine hours and 28 rain days.

Medellin sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Cartagena runs hot at 32°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cartagena is the stronger choice in April. Cartagena receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Medellin reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Cartagena averages 32°C (90°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.

Medellin receives approximately 328 mm of rainfall across 28 rain days during April. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Cartagena sees 73 mm over 15 rain days. That makes Cartagena the drier option by 13 rain days and 255 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.