Upper Princeʼs Quarter Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Upper Princeʼs Quarter’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 temperature in Upper Princeʼs Quarter changes very little across the seasons, maintaining a similar climate throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 30°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 27°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 24°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Upper Princeʼs Quarter by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. August, the city’s warmest month, experiences 285 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, receives about 36 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. For more information, please visit our Upper Princeʼs Quarter 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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Upper Princeʼs Quarter Temperatures Compared World Wide
Upper Princeʼs Quarter’s average annual maximum temperature is 28°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
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 Upper Princeʼs Quarter, 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.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Upper Princeʼs Quarter’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Upper Princeʼs Quarter climate page.
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