Sint Maarten weather
Our guide to the weather in Sint Maarten during April
We've looked at the most up-to-date weather data for Sint Maarten, covering the last 12 years up to 2024, plus we've asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about Sint Maarten weather in April.
How warm is it in Sint Maarten during April?
The temperature is extremely stable in April with average highs of 26℃ and lows just 1℃ lower at 25℃. Of course, the high humidity will make it feel even hotter. The UV index will be high at this time of year, so protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Try to limit exposure between 10am and 4pm. Apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every few hours, even if it's cloudy, or more frequently after sweating or swimming, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses too, and bear in mind that bright surfaces, such as sand and water increase UV exposure.
Does it rain in Sint Maarten during April?
On average, there will be 4 rainy days during the month, amounting to 91.2mm in total. That's a significant amount of rain. For comparison, the wettest months in the UK typically sees between 80mm and 100mm, depending on where you are. Due to the high temperature and humidity, you might expect lots of thunderstorms, however they're actually fairly infrequent at this time of year. On average, April will see just 1 days that produce a storm.
Is it windy in Sint Maarten during April?
Expect moderate breeze becoming stronger at times during April, with occasional gusts up to 20mph. The high humidity and warm temperature will make the breeze feel warm, so any cooling effect will be limted.
Sint Maarten Blog posts
From the UK's most popular travel bloggers
10 Great Things To Do in St Maarten & St Martin
28th February 2024 by Phil and Garth
St Maarten and St Martin form a tropical Caribbean island boasting a consistent, warm climate year-round, allowing you to experience two countries on a single island. The northern part is St Martin, a French territory, while the southern part is St Maarten, a Dutch territory. Also referred to as Sint Maarten and Saint Maarten, which might be a bit confusing! Despite being divided into two countries, there are no border gates, meaning your passport won’t be checked....
Experience Sint Maarten / Saint Martin in 60 Seconds
1st September 2023 by Phil and Garth
A quick taster of what it's like on the gorgeous Caribbean island of Sint Maarten and Saint Martin, 2 countries on one island...
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