Martinique

Martinique Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Martinique in May.

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Les Trois-Îlets Sainte-Anne Fort-de-France Le François

Planning a trip to Martinique this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Martinique in May

May in Martinique generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Les Trois-Îlets.

For a closer look at conditions across Martinique, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Le Carbet with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Tartane with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Les Trois-Îlets gets approximately 242 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April28°C (82°F) May29°C (84°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Martinique in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Martinique.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Martinique

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Martinique?

Temperature range in Martinique (May)

Precipitation variation in Martinique (May)

Les Trois-Îlets

In May Les Trois-Îlets generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
242 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Les Trois-Îlets →

Sainte-Anne

In May Sainte-Anne generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
242 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Sainte-Anne →

Fort-de-France

In May Fort-de-France generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
242 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Fort-de-France →

Sainte-Luce

In May Sainte-Luce generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
242 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Sainte-Luce →

Le Diamant

In May Le Diamant generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
242 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Le Diamant →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Martinique in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Les Trois-Îlets 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Sainte-Anne 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Fort-de-France 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Le François 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Tartane 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Saint-Joseph 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Martinique weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Martinique in May?

Martinique typically experiences excellent weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Les Trois-Îlets average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Martinique in May?

Daytime temperatures in Les Trois-Îlets peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in May, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Martinique get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Martinique. Les Trois-Îlets averages only about 65 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Martinique?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Martinique with overall excellent weather in Les Trois-Îlets. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, June and December provide excellent weather in Les Trois-Îlets.

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