The month in detail
What to expect in May
In May, Martinique sees 30°C during the day with 7.2h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 43% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 6 out of 12 months in Martinique.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
21°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Martinique is March (8.0/10), 2.8 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Martinique
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trendData unavailable
🔥Hottest monthSeptember · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 66%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Martinique ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MartiniqueTropical climate with a 8.0 → 4.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
14.64°N · 61.02°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Martinique?
March is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 6.8h of sunshine and 39.0% rainy days. The months of March & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Martinique get in March?
Martinique averages 6.8 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Martinique?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Martinique in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Martinique good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Martinique scores 7.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 7.5/10.
When should you avoid Martinique?
July is the most difficult month to visit Martinique, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Martinique in May?
In May, the sea averages 28°C in Martinique: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Martinique in May?
The average UV index reaches 9 in May in Martinique (very high), with about 12.7h of daylight. Protection essential.