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Martinique · Ships call at Fort de France, Martinique
Warm and drier, the season starts
Fort-de-France in December offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 84°F and comfortable lows near 74°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 2 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Warm and drier, the season starts.
Crowds are moderate in December, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during December, with the date each one leaves port.
Ocean Cruises from Hamburg
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 8, 2026
Ocean Cruises from Hamburg
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 8, 2026
Ocean Cruises from Le Havre
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 12, 2026
Ocean Cruises from Le Havre
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 12, 2026
MSC Grand Voyages
MSC Cruises
Sails Nov 14, 2026
MSC Grand Voyages
MSC Cruises
Sails Nov 14, 2026
Most ships dock at Pointe Simon in the center of Fort-de-France, about 15 minutes on foot from downtown. Some use the Tourelles terminal, about 1.5 miles out. Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport is about 7 miles away. There is no airport shuttle, so most passengers take a taxi or their cruise line’s transfer.
The average high temperature in Fort-de-France during December is 84°F, with a low of 74°F.
Fort-de-France typically sees 2 days of rain in December. Warm and drier, the season starts.
For a December cruise to Fort-de-France, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.