AI-generatedSaint-Pierre, Martinique at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Jun
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,110 h
- Rain a year
- 1,013 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 19 m
Climate in Saint-Pierre, Martinique
Saint-Pierre, Martinique 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 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 3,110 hours of sunshine a year, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is very sunny; April is the sunniest month with 9.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Saint-Pierre, Martinique
The best time to visit Saint-Pierre, Martinique is from December to June. The sea reaches 29.3 °C in September, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The rainy season is from July to November; the wettest month is October with 153 mm.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in the dry season
Dec – Jun
Excellent
- 29–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 117 rainy days in all
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in the rainy season
Jul – Nov
Good
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 122 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jul – Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: December – June
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
05:5617:45
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 05:42–06:24 · evening 17:16–17:58
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:34–05:42 · evening 17:58–18:07
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 Saint-Pierre, Martinique compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 26° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Saint-Pierre, Martinique in October?
In October, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °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 25 days, totalling 153 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 50 min05:56 – 17:45
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 17 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 65 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 25 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %87 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
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 Saint-Pierre, Martinique
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Saint-Pierre, Martinique: score 85 against 77. In February, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in February. February has 11 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 85better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 25° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 26.8° |
| Sunshine | 8.2 h | 8.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 25 | 14better |
| Rainfall | 153 mm | 39 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 27better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
79January29° · Sea 27° · 8.6 h
In January, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 50 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in January85February29° · Sea 27° · 8.8 h
In February, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 39 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in February84March29° · Sea 27° · 8.8 h
In March, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 39 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in March84April30° · Sea 27° · 9.0 h
In April, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 47 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in April80May31° · Sea 28° · 8.7 h
In May, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 59 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in May77June31° · Sea 28° · 8.1 h
In June, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 78 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in June79July31° · Sea 28° · 8.7 h
In July, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 112 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in July80August31° · Sea 29° · 8.9 h
In August, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 123 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in August76September31° · Sea 29° · 7.9 h
In September, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 128 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in September77October31° · Sea 29° · 8.2 h
In October, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °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 25 days, totalling 153 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in October77November30° · Sea 29° · 8.0 h
In November, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 124 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in November78December29° · Sea 28° · 8.4 h
In December, Saint-Pierre, Martinique is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 62 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Saint-Pierre, Martinique.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Saint-Pierre, Martinique
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- 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 (25°), the warmest in June (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) on about 361 days a year, mostly all year round.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 79 | 29° | 25° | 27.1° | 8.6 h | 18 | 50 |
| FebruaryFeb | 85 | 29° | 25° | 26.8° | 8.8 h | 14 | 39 |
| MarchMar | 84 | 29° | 25° | 26.8° | 8.8 h | 14 | 39 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 30° | 26° | 27.3° | 9.0 h | 15 | 47 |
| MayMay | 80 | 31° | 26° | 27.8° | 8.7 h | 18 | 59 |
| JuneJun | 77 | 31° | 27° | 28.0° | 8.1 h | 19 | 78 |
| JulyJul | 79 | 31° | 26° | 28.3° | 8.7 h | 25 | 112 |
| AugustAug | 80 | 31° | 26° | 28.8° | 8.9 h | 26 | 123 |
| SeptemberSep | 76 | 31° | 26° | 29.3° | 7.9 h | 24 | 128 |
| OctoberOct | 77 | 31° | 26° | 29.1° | 8.2 h | 25 | 153 |
| NovemberNov | 77 | 30° | 26° | 28.6° | 8.0 h | 23 | 124 |
| DecemberDec | 78 | 29° | 25° | 27.8° | 8.4 h | 19 | 62 |
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
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Sea temperature in Saint-Pierre, Martinique
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.7 – 29.6 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Saint-Pierre, Martinique ranges from 26.8 °C in February to 29.3 °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 28.8 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.1° | 26.8° | 27.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.8° | 26.3° | 27.2° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.8° | 26.2° | 27.5° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.3° | 26.7° | 27.7° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.3° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.0° | 27.6° | 28.5° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.3° | 27.7° | 28.9° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.8° | 28.2° | 29.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.7° | 29.6° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.6° | 28.2° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.8° | 27.4° | 28.1° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Saint-Pierre, Martinique
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.2 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Saint-Pierre, Martinique, 69 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Saint-Pierre, Martinique: 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.
In October, Saint-Pierre, Martinique has about 25 rainy days with 153 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Saint-Pierre, Martinique
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 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 and clouds in Saint-Pierre, Martinique
How breezy and how cloudy Saint-Pierre, Martinique 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.
In October, the wind in Saint-Pierre, Martinique typically peaks at 17 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle 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: Dec – Jul.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 65 % of the sky over Saint-Pierre, Martinique: variable cloud, with about 8.2 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 and humidity in Saint-Pierre, Martinique
How often the day gets hot in Saint-Pierre, Martinique (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Saint-Pierre, Martinique has about 25 hot days, 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 Saint-Pierre, Martinique
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique 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.
Saint-Pierre, Martinique has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 84) and its weakest during October half-term (score 77).
- 84
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
- 79
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
- 80
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 77
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 79
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 35 min
- Distance
- 6,720 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
Saint-Pierre, Martinique 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.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- 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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Saint-Pierre vs Fort-de-France
In October the holiday weather in Saint-Pierre and Fort-de-France is about equally good (score 77 vs 77). During the day Fort-de-France is 1 °C cooler than Saint-Pierre. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Saint-Pierre | Fort-de-France |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 77 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 25 | 25 |
| Best time | Dec – Jun | Jan – Apr |
Through the year
Martinique in October: the best places
In October, Saint-Pierre ranks 1 of 2 destinations in this country.
- Saint-PierreThis page31°29°77
- 2Fort-de-France30°29°46
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Frequently asked questions about Saint-Pierre, Martinique
When is the best time to visit Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
The best time to visit Saint-Pierre, Martinique is from December to June. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
The sea temperature in Saint-Pierre, Martinique ranges from 26.8 °C in February to 29.3 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Saint-Pierre, Martinique in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
The rainy season is from July to November; the wettest month is October with 153 mm. The driest month is February with 39 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Saint-Pierre, Martinique get?
Saint-Pierre, Martinique gets around 3,110 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 9.0 hours a day; in September there are 7.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Saint-Pierre, Martinique in?
Saint-Pierre, Martinique is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
A nonstop flight from London to Saint-Pierre, Martinique takes about 8 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,720 km.
When is hurricane season in Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
Saint-Pierre, Martinique 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 Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
Saint-Pierre, Martinique has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 84) and its weakest during October half-term (score 77). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 84, May half-term 79, summer holidays 80, October half-term 77, Christmas holidays 79.