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Marigot weather & best time to visit

City break

Marigot at a glance

Best time
Jan – Apr
Warmest month
Aug · 32°
Warmest sea
Sep · 29.1°
Sunshine a year
3,060 h
Rain a year
799 mm
Climate
Tropical
Time zone
UTC−4
Elevation
9 m

Climate in Marigot

Marigot has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 3,060 hours of sunshine a year, Marigot is very sunny; April is the sunniest month with 9.0 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Marigot

The best time to visit Marigot is from January to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from December to June. The rainy season is from September to November; the wettest month is October with 141 mm.

Marigot through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Marigot in the dry season

Dec – Aug

63

Good

  • 29–32 °C by day
  • Sea 27 °C
  • 8.5 h of sun a day
  • 100 rainy days in all

Marigot in the rainy season

Sep – Nov

43

Fair

  • 31–32 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 8.0 h of sun a day
  • 50 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Dec – Jun

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

No month

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Rainy months

Sep – Nov

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Marigot for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: January – March

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

41

Holiday weather in October

Fair

Best time to visit: January – April

October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season

Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 28°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 31°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 29°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 28°

06:0517:51

Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.

Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.

Light for photos in October

Golden hour
Morning 05:52–06:34 · evening 17:22–18:04
Blue hour
Morning 05:43–05:52 · evening 18:04–18:13

Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.

October in Marigot compared with home

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high32°31°
Night-time low26°26°
Sea29°29°
Daylight12.0 h11.5 h

What is the weather like in Marigot in October?

In October, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 141 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Marigot.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 45 min06:05 – 17:51
UV index
10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
27 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
56 %on averageAll months
Hot days
31 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC−4offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 50 %45 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %83 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 30 %6 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • Light, breathable clothes
  • Water bottle – drink plenty
  • Insect repellent
  • Rain jacket or umbrella

Compare two months in Marigot

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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March has the better holiday weather in Marigot: score 80 against 41. In March, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in March. March has 10 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in March.

October vs March, Marigot
MonthOctoberMarch
Holiday weather score4180better
Daytime high31°29°
Night-time low26°24°
Sea29.0°26.3°
Sunshine8.0 h8.9 hbetter
Rainy days177better
Rainfall141 mm22 mmbetter
Muggy days3128better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Marigot month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

73January29° · Sea 27° · 8.3 h

In January, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 30 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in January
78February29° · Sea 26° · 8.7 h

In February, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 26 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in February
80March29° · Sea 26° · 8.9 h

In March, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 22 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in March
72April30° · Sea 27° · 9.0 h

In April, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 35 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in April
58May31° · Sea 28° · 8.2 h

In May, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 58 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in May
54June32° · Sea 28° · 8.2 h

In June, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 51 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in June
44July32° · Sea 28° · 8.4 h

In July, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 77 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in July
42August32° · Sea 29° · 8.6 h

In August, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 91 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in August
38September32° · Sea 29° · 8.2 h

In September, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 114 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in September
41October31° · Sea 29° · 8.0 h

In October, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 141 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in October
51November31° · Sea 28° · 7.9 h

In November, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 15 days, totalling 108 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in November
64December30° · Sea 27° · 8.0 h

In December, Marigot is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 48 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Marigot.

Marigot in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Marigot

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Warm 20–24°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

HotOctober: nights around 26°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in February (23°), the warmest in August (27°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 358 days a year.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 31°Night 26°Sea 29°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan7329°24°26.6°8.3 h1030
FebruaryFeb7829°23°26.2°8.7 h826
MarchMar8029°24°26.3°8.9 h722
AprilApr7230°24°26.8°9.0 h935
MayMay5831°26°27.5°8.2 h1258
JuneJun5432°26°28.0°8.2 h1151
JulyJul4432°27°28.3°8.4 h1577
AugustAug4232°27°28.7°8.6 h1691
SeptemberSep3832°27°29.1°8.2 h17114
OctoberOct4131°26°29.0°8.0 h17141
NovemberNov5131°25°28.4°7.9 h15108
DecemberDec6430°24°27.4°8.0 h1248

Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences

18.07° N, 63.08° W · 9 m · America/Marigot

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Marigot

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October29.0°Cvery warm

8 in 10 years: 28.5 – 29.5 °C

Swimming season: all year

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 29.0°8 in 10 years 28.5° – 29.5°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Marigot ranges from 26.2 °C in February to 29.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.6 and 29.7 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan26.6°26.1°27.1°warm
FebruaryFeb26.2°25.4°26.9°warm
MarchMar26.3°25.6°26.8°warm
AprilApr26.8°26.3°27.4°warm
MayMay27.5°27.0°28.1°warm
JuneJun28.0°27.4°28.6°warm
JulyJul28.3°27.6°28.9°warm
AugustAug28.7°28.2°29.4°warm
SeptemberSep29.1°28.6°29.7°very warm
OctoberOct29.0°28.5°29.5°very warm
NovemberNov28.4°27.8°28.8°warm
DecemberDec27.4°26.8°27.9°warm
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Marigot

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
3,060 hours
Sunniest month
Apr · 9.0 h a day
Least sunshine
Nov · 7.9 h a day
OctoberSunshine 8.0 hDaylight 11.8 hShare of daylight 68 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 8.0 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Marigot, 68 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 4 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.

Rain

Rain in Marigot: rainy days and rainfall

A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
799 mm on 150 days
Wettest month
Oct · 141 mm
Driest month
Mar · 22 mm
OctoberRainy days 17Rainfall 141 mm

In October, Marigot has about 17 rainy days with 141 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Marigot

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 15 min
Fair skin
about 15 min
Light brown skin
about 25 min
Olive skin
about 30 min

Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.

Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.

Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in Marigot

How breezy and how cloudy Marigot is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.

Wind

Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.

Year average
30 km/h · fresh breeze
Windiest month
Jul · 33 km/h
Calmest month
Oct · 27 km/h
OctoberWind 27 km/hBeaufort 4
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Marigot typically peaks at 27 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.

Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting

From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
45 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Feb · 30 %
Cloudiest month
Sep · 58 %
OctoberCloud cover 56 %Sunshine 8.0 h

In October, cloud covers on average 56 % of the sky over Marigot: variable cloud, with about 8.0 hours of sunshine a day.

Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.

Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Marigot

How often the day gets hot in Marigot (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
220 days
Hottest month
Aug · 32 °C
Hot months
May – Nov

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 31Daytime high 31 °C

In October, it is hot in Marigot every day, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.

Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year

Planning a trip to Marigot

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Marigot in the school holidays

How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.

Marigot has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 74) and its weakest during October half-term (score 41).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    74

    GoodBest holidays

    • 30 °C by day
    • Sea 27 °C
    • 9.0 h of sun a day
    • 8 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    57

    Fair

    • 31 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 8.2 h of sun a day
    • 12 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    43

    Fair

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 8.5 h of sun a day
    • 16 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Storm season

  • October half-term

    Oct

    41

    Fair

    • 31 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 8.0 h of sun a day
    • 17 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    69

    Good

    • 29 °C by day
    • Sea 27 °C
    • 8.2 h of sun a day
    • 11 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 8 h 25 min
Distance
6,560 km
Time zone
UTC−4
Jet lag
About 3 days (5 h west)

Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.

Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.

Storm season

Marigot lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.

  1. January
  2. February
  3. March
  4. April
  5. May
  6. June: Season
  7. July: Season
  8. August: Peak
  9. September: Peak
  10. October: Peak
  11. November: Season
  12. December

Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.

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Marigot vs Sint Maarten (Philipsburg)

In October the holiday weather in Marigot and Sint Maarten (Philipsburg) is about equally good (score 41 vs 44). During the day it is about as warm in Sint Maarten (Philipsburg) as in Marigot. The sea is about equally warm.

Marigot vs Sint Maarten (Philipsburg), in October
in OctoberMarigotSint Maarten (Philipsburg)
Holiday weather score4144
Daytime high31°31°
Sea29°29°
Sunshine8 h8 h
Rainy days1717
Best timeJan – AprDec – Jun

Through the year

OctoberMarigot 31°Sint Maarten (Philipsburg) 31°
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Frequently asked questions about Marigot

When is the best time to visit Marigot?

The best time to visit Marigot is from January to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Marigot?

The sea temperature in Marigot ranges from 26.2 °C in February to 29.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

Can you swim in Marigot in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath.

What is the warmest month in Marigot?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 27 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.

When does it rain most in Marigot?

The rainy season is from September to November; the wettest month is October with 141 mm. The driest month is March with 22 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Marigot get?

Marigot gets around 3,060 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 9.0 hours a day; in November there are 7.9 hours a day.

What time zone is Marigot in?

Marigot is on UTC−4 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Marigot?

A nonstop flight from London to Marigot takes about 8 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,560 km.

When is hurricane season in Marigot?

Marigot lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.

Which school holidays are best for Marigot?

Marigot has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 74) and its weakest during October half-term (score 41). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 74, May half-term 57, summer holidays 43, October half-term 41, Christmas holidays 69.