Orient Bay French St Martin weather in May (Saint Martin)

How is the weather in Orient Bay French St Martin in May? This guide provides all the weather details you need.

In Orient Bay French St Martin, May is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C (show in °F), while nights can cool down to about 26°C.

Orient Bay French St Martin in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm (show in inches) for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 250 hours of sunshine, the weather here is mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December generally stand out with best weather. While September tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly weather and climate conditions, visit our specialized Orient Bay French St Martin climate page with graphs.

 

Orient Bay French St Martin, monthly averages in May

Show in Fahrenheit
Min Temperature 25.5°C  
Max Temperature 28.2°C  
Water Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of Rain 50%  
Precipitation 74 mm  
Rainy days 15 days  
Humidity 77% *  
Windspeed 18 km/h *  
Sunshine 250 hours *  
Percentage Sunshine 65% *  
* Data from: Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Saint Martin in May

Find out more about the weather in Saint Martin in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20-29ºC / 68-84ºF and not too much precipitation (less than 90mm / 3.5inches a month).

So, what should you wear in Orient Bay French St Martin in May?

​ It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. ​ With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear. ​

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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