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Martinique in November: go or not?

Mixed period. Martinique in November: 4.8/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 14.64°N · 61.02°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Martinique · November
4.8
24–29°
Temperature
70%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Teddy Charti via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in November

November falls in the wet season in Martinique. Showers are often brief but intense. With 70.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

November ranks 7 out of 12 months in Martinique.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is November the right month?

The best month in Martinique is April (7.8/10), 3.0 pts higher than November.

See April →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Martinique, French overseas department in the Lesser Antilles: 1100 km², 360,000 inhabitants, the "island of flowers" (in Creole "Madinina"). January is my favourite month (8.1/10): 23-28°C, 58% rain, this is the carême (dry season), sea at 27°C.

Read Gilles' full review →

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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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Practical info

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 · 81%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season May → Sep
🌧️Wet season Dec → Mar
🌀Cyclones Season Nov-Apr
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
Location

Where is Martinique ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Martinique
Tropical climate with a 7.8 → 4.6 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?
January is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 6.3h of sunshine and 58.0% rainy days. The months of January & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Martinique get in January?
Martinique averages 6.3 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.2/10.
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 January?
In January, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°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 January with a score of 7.2/10.
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 November?
In November, the sea averages 29°C in Martinique: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Martinique in November?
The average UV index reaches 7 in November in Martinique (high), with about 11.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.