Medellin vs Cartagena

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cartagena edges ahead as the better destination in November. Cartagena offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 24 rain days, while Medellin sees 8 sunshine hours and 29 rain days.

Medellin sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Cartagena runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cartagena is the stronger choice in November. Cartagena receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Medellin reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cartagena averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. There is a notable 5°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 November.

Medellin receives approximately 292 mm of rainfall across 29 rain days during November. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Cartagena sees 198 mm over 24 rain days. That makes Cartagena the drier option by 5 rain days and 94 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.