Cartagena vs Rio de Janeiro in September

Rio de Janeiro is the better pick in September — 88 vs 72 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Rio de Janeiro is hot, a little rain, while Cartagena is sweltering, soaked, clean air.

Cartagena vs Rio de JaneiroSeptember climate, side by side

CartagenaRio de Janeiro
Comfort score72/100 (B)88/100 (A)
Feels-like high40°C31°C
Avg high / low32° / 26°29° / 20°
Rainfall194 mm60 mm
Rainy days289
Humidity87%74%
Air quality (AQI)4470

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Cartagena vs Rio de Janeiro in September — FAQ

Is September better in Cartagena or Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is the better pick in September — 88 vs 72 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Rio de Janeiro is hot, a little rain, while Cartagena is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Cartagena vs Rio de Janeiro in September?
In September, Cartagena averages 32°C high / 26°C low with about 194 mm of rain; Rio de Janeiro averages 29°C high / 20°C low with about 60 mm.