Sint Maarten Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Sint Maarten’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Sint Maarten.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The climate in Sint Maarten remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 30°C in August to a warm 27°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 24°C in February.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Sint Maarten by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. August, the city’s warmest month receives 285 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, receives about 35 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. For more information, please visit our Sint Maarten Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Sint Maarten Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Sint Maarten. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sint Maarten Temperatures Compared World Wide
Sint Maarten’s average annual maximum temperature is 28°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Sint Maarten, during the coolest month, February, you will experience 75% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 27°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 76% combined with an average maximum temperature of 30°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Sint Maarten. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Sint Maarten’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Sint Maarten climate page.
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