May weather forecast
Martinique

As the island of Martinique enters May, a clear shift towards warmer and wetter conditions marks the start of the tropical wet season. Average temperatures begin to climb noticeably, reaching around 27.2°C (81°F), with daily temperatures typically oscillating between 22.2°C (72°F) to 30.6°C (87.1°F). Despite the increasing warmth, cities such as Fort-de-France continue to offer respite thanks to the cooling effects of nearby mountains and the Caribbean Sea.

In May, rainfall begins to intensify, although the downpours remain spread out, avoiding extensive periods of heavy rain. Despite the onset of the wet season, May continues to offer a fair share of dry days, suitable for outdoor exploration and activities. The increased precipitation, however, marks a definitive end to the drier months, setting the stage for the rainier part of the year.

Wind conditions in May start to calm slightly compared to the preceding months, although they maintain an average speed between 20.9km/h (13mph) and 29km/h (18mph). These breezes, despite their lessening intensity, continue to provide a cooling relief from the warming temperatures, particularly along the coastlines.

Despite the onset of the wet season, May still offers ample daylight, with more than 12 hours of sunshine each day. However, overcast conditions become more frequent, covering the sky up to 70% of the time. Nonetheless, the warm sea temperatures, ranging from 26.1°C (79°F) to 28.9°C (84°F), make beach activities and swimming still enjoyable for visitors.

Moving from May into June, the island braces for further increases in both temperature and rainfall. Yet, the tropical charm of Martinique perseveres, offering visitors a lush and vibrant environment full of life and colour.

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• Le Lamentin - May »
  On the first day of May in Le Lamentin, Martinique, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:20. Throughout the year, in Le Lamentin, there are 207.8 rainfall days, and 2095mm (82.48") of precipitation is accumulated.
• Le Robert - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Le Robert, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:29 AST. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Le Robert.
• Sainte-Marie - May »
  May remains a part of the summer meritocracy buoys in Sainte-Marie, Martinique with weather exhibiting higher temperatures and consistent rainfall. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Sainte-Marie, Martinique.
• Le François - May »
  January through August, November and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Le François, Martinique. On the first day of May in Le François sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:20.
• Ducos - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Ducos are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. In Ducos during the entire year, the rain falls for 251.6 days and collects up to 667mm (26.26") of precipitation.
• Sainte-Luce - May »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Sainte-Luce are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sainte-Luce, Martinique.
• Le Marin - May »
  Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as ideal and highly pleasant for extended enjoyment in all water activities. In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:20.
• Rivière-Salée - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Rivière-Salée are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Rivière-Salée are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Les Trois-Îlets - May »
  In Les Trois-Îlets during May, the rain falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. On the first day of May in Les Trois-Îlets sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:20.
• Le Vauclin - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Le Vauclin are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. In Le Vauclin, Martinique, in May, during 21.5 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated.