Sint Maarten Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sint Maarten in December.

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Upper Princeʼs Quarter Simpson Bay Lowlands Philipsburg

Thinking about venturing to Sint Maarten this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Sint Maarten in December

December in Sint Maarten generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Upper Princeʼs Quarter.

To explore the conditions in Sint Maarten in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 60 mm (2.4 in) in Upper Princeʼs Quarter.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Upper Princeʼs Quarter sees close to 248 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Sint Maarten in December

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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 Sint Maarten

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Sint Maarten?

Temperature range in Sint Maarten (December)

Precipitation variation in Sint Maarten (December)

Upper Princeʼs Quarter

In December Upper Princeʼs Quarter generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
248 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Upper Princeʼs Quarter →

Simpson Bay

In December Simpson Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
248 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Simpson Bay →

Lowlands

In December Lowlands generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
248 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lowlands →

Philipsburg

In December Philipsburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
248 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Philipsburg →

Dawn Beach

In December Dawn Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
248 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dawn Beach →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sint Maarten in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Upper Princeʼs Quarter 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Simpson Bay 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Lowlands 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Philipsburg 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Maho Reef 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Koolbaai 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Sint Maarten weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sint Maarten in December?

December in Sint Maarten brings perfect weather. In Upper Princeʼs Quarter, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Sint Maarten in December?

In Upper Princeʼs Quarter, the average daytime high in December is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Sint Maarten get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Sint Maarten. Upper Princeʼs Quarter averages only about 60 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Sint Maarten?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Sint Maarten. Typically, the climate in Upper Princeʼs Quarter is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December provide perfect weather in Upper Princeʼs Quarter. In contrast, September tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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