Lowlands Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Lowlands, Sint Maarten, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 28°C (82°F), ranging from 30°C (86°F) in August to 27°C (81°F) in February.
The city receives around 917 mm (36 in) of rainfall per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from January to March. October is the wettest month and March the driest. The sunniest month is August, with 9.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Lowlands
The climate in Lowlands remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in August to a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in February.
Nighttime temperatures range from 27°C (81°F) in August to 24°C (75°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Lowlands
Generally, Lowlands experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 917 mm (36 in) yearly. The seasons in Lowlands bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives high rainfall, with an average of 139 mm (5.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 31 mm (1.2 in) over 13 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Lowlands Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Lowlands
The sunniest days in Lowlands occur in August, with around 9.5 hours of daily sunshine. Even in September, the least sunny month, Lowlands doesn't shy away from the sun, still enjoying a comfortable 7.7 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Lowlands
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C (79°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in September.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Lowlands by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Lowlands.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 80%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Lowlands
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s (8 knots) in October and November to 5 m/s (10 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Lowlands 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Lowlands
In general, temperatures in Lowlands range from 27°C (81°F) to 30°C (86°F) across the year, with January, February and March being the best time to visit for those who prefer drier weather.Make your experience more enjoyable by planning to be outside during the cooler parts of the day, either early morning or as the sun begins to set. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
