Temperature and geography in Cartagena de Indias
Rare is rain in Cartagena de Indias between the months of
December and May and during the other months, some rain can be
produced, but for short terms and abundant. The temperature is
constant between 30 and 33ºC as maximum and between 24 to 27ºC
as minimum. The months of September and October are the ones
having the highest rain statistics. Sometimes the tide is higher
in December and January and a pleasant breeze is felt during
these months.
Cartagena de Indias is a marvellous place with a reference
point, the Convent of la Popa located on a high mountain.
Situated on the border of the Caribbean sea, Cartagena is one of
the biggest boat port of the sea for its cruising boats coming
in large number. The
beach of Bocagrande is the most frequented
beach as well as the
beaches of le Boquilla or Blas del Teso north of the city.
Close, you can discover turquoise coloured waters with white
sand at 30 minutes of fast boat (lancha). The
Rosario islands
are the most popular as well as the Baru Islands with the famous
beach Playa Blanca. The large island close to Cartagena is named
Tierra Bomba and owns pleasant beaches. A bit further, the
islands of San Bernardo are relaxing sites less known, but with
are really beautiful with its turquoise water.
Ø Canadians traveling to Cartagena in 2009-2010 – Useful information
Claude Lasanté
http://www.cartagena-indias.com
