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Fort-de-France Climate by Month

Fort-de-France has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Fort-de-France remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in September to a comfortable 27°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 24°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Fort-de-France has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1017 mm of rainfall annually. The seasons in Fort-de-France, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives high rainfall, with an average of 147 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 35 mm over 15 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

The sunniest days in Fort-de-France occur in March, with around 8.6 hours of daily sunshine. Even in June, the least sunny month, Fort-de-France doesn't shy away from the sun, still enjoying a comfortable 7.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Martinique, Martinique (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Martinique, Martinique (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Fort-de-France ranges from 26°C in February to 29°C in September.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Martinique, Martinique (8 KM, 5 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Fort-de-France in Martinique

The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March and April.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Fort-de-France?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Fort-de-France?
    The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Fort-de-France?
    October tops the wettest month list with 147 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Fort-de-France?
    March is the driest month with 35 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Fort-de-France?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 257 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Fort-de-France

    Fri   Dec 13
    30°C | 20°C
    S 11 km/h
    0.9 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    30°C | 21°C
    E 18 km/h
    6.8 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Sun   Dec 15
    30°C | 22°C
    E 22 km/h
    5.6 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder