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Martinique · Ships call at Fort de France, Martinique
Warm and mostly dry, the busy season
Fort-de-France in January offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 83°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 mostly dry, the busy season.
Crowds are moderate in January, 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 January, with the date each one leaves port.
Southern Caribbean
MSC Cruises
Sails Dec 18, 2026
Christmas And New Year Caribbean Escape
P & O Cruises
Sails Dec 18, 2026
Christmas And New Year Caribbean Escape
P & O Cruises
Sails Dec 19, 2026
Christmas & New Year Caribbean Celebration (Heathrow Airport)
Ambassador Croisieres Cruises
Sails Dec 20, 2026
Leeward Island Holiday
Seabourn Cruises
Sails Dec 20, 2026
San Juan To San Juan
Silversea Cruises
Sails Dec 20, 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 January is 83°F, with a low of 74°F.
Fort-de-France typically sees 2 days of rain in January. Warm and mostly dry, the busy season.
For a January cruise to Fort-de-France, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.