Fort-de-France Weather in February

February weather

February is warm and mostly sunny in Fort-de-France. Days reach 27°C, and evenings stay close to that, so the city feels warm well after sunset. Rain falls on 12 days, but showers are often brief; January is wetter, while March is a little drier. You'll have plenty of clear spells for browsing the covered Grand Marché, visiting Fort Saint-Louis, or taking the ferry across the bay to Les Trois-Îlets.

The air can feel sticky, especially in the middle of the day. Save a long walk up to the Sacré-Cœur de Balata for a cooler spell, and don't count on a full beach day without a passing shower.

Carnival season

February can bring Martinique's Carnival celebrations to Fort-de-France. Parades, music and dancing fill the streets around Carnival Sunday and the days leading up to Ash Wednesday. The exact dates change each year, so check the local Carnival schedule before you go. Expect road closures and crowded pavements near the parade route.

If you love street parties, this is a lively time to visit. If you hate crowds, choose a quieter week outside the main Carnival events.

Crowds and local tips

February is in Martinique's popular dry-season stretch, and it's busier than the wetter months. Hotels and flights can cost more than in the low season, especially around Carnival. The city's waterfront and central market feel livelier, too.

For a calmer start, take the Fort-de-France–Les Trois-Îlets ferry before exploring the market. It's a useful local route across the bay, and you can return when the streets are busy. Pick up accras—small fried saltfish fritters—at the Grand Marché for an easy snack between sights.