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Philipsburg Climate by Month

Philipsburg has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Philipsburg remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 27°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 24°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Philipsburg has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 917 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, October receives high rainfall, averaging 138 mm of precipitation, recorded across 20 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, March brings less rainfall, with 32 mm over 13 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Year-round, Philipsburg offers plenty of sunlight to enjoy during your holiday. The difference between the sunniest month, August, with 9.5 hours of daily sunshine, and September, the least sunny month, with 7.7 hours, is minimal.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Philipsburg ranges from 26°C in January to 29°C in September.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten (8 KM, 5 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Philipsburg in Sint Maarten

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 warmest month in Philipsburg?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Philipsburg?
    The coldest month is March with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Philipsburg?
    October tops the wettest month list with 138 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Philipsburg?
    March is the driest month with 32 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Philipsburg?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 285 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Philipsburg

    Sat   Dec 14
    30°C | 24°C
    SE 11 km/h
    1.8 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    30°C | 24°C
    SE 14 km/h
    6.2 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    30°C | 25°C
    SE 11 km/h
    3.8 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain