Best Time to Visit Fort-de-France
Martinique · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
If you want the most pleasant weather in Fort-de-France, plan your trip for February to April. Temperatures barely change through the year: highs stay between 27°C and 29°C, so rainfall matters far more than heat when choosing when to go. The rainy season runs over July to November; October is the wettest month with about 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain. August is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the rain.
Fort-de-France weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C 81°F | 26°C 78°F | 65 mm | 17 | 76% | 7.5 | Good 7.3 |
| February | 27°C 80°F | 26°C 78°F | 47 mm | 12 | 75% | 7.8 | Excellent 8.6 |
| March | 27°C 81°F | 26°C 78°F | 44 mm | 12 | 75% | 7.3 | Excellent 8.6 |
| April | 28°C 82°F | 26°C 79°F | 75 mm | 13 | 76% | 6.5 | Good 7.9 |
| May | 28°C 83°F | 27°C 81°F | 88 mm | 15 | 77% | 6.3 | Good 6.8 |
| June | 29°C 84°F | 28°C 82°F | 121 mm | 20 | 79% | 5.5 | Fair 4.5 |
| July | 29°C 84°F | 28°C 82°F | 127 mm | 23 | 79% | 6.5 | Poor 4.3 |
| August | 29°C 84°F | 28°C 82°F | 154 mm | 24 | 79% | 6.9 | Poor 4.2 |
| September | 29°C 85°F | 28°C 83°F | 134 mm | 20 | 78% | 6.3 | Poor 4.2 |
| October | 29°C 84°F | 28°C 82°F | 170 mm | 23 | 78% | 5.9 | Poor 4.3 |
| November | 28°C 83°F | 27°C 81°F | 145 mm | 21 | 78% | 6.6 | Fair 4.8 |
| December | 28°C 82°F | 27°C 80°F | 85 mm | 18 | 76% | 7.2 | Good 6.6 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Fort-de-France?
The best time to visit Fort-de-France is February to April, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Fort-de-France?
September is the hottest month in Fort-de-France, with an average high of 29°C (85°F).
What is the coldest month in Fort-de-France?
February is the coldest month in Fort-de-France, with an average low of 26°C (78°F).
What is the rainiest month in Fort-de-France?
October is the wettest month, with about 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain. March is the driest, with 44 mm (1.7 in).
When is the rainy season in Fort-de-France?
The rainy season in Fort-de-France is July to November.
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