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Martinique · Ships call at Fort de France, Martinique
Hot and wet, hurricane season
October is inside the Atlantic hurricane season. A storm can change a port day or the whole route, so keep your plans here flexible.
Fort-de-France in October is warm and sunny, with average highs around 89°F and lows that rarely dip below 78°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 5 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Hot and wet, hurricane season.
Crowds are moderate in October, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Pack reef-safe SPF 50+ sunscreen, a hat, and breathable fabrics. The sun at 89°F is intense, especially near the water.
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Sailings that are at sea during October, with the date each one leaves port.
Circle Caribbean
Princess Cruises
Sails Oct 15, 2026
Southern Caribbean
Carnival Cruises
Sails Oct 18, 2026
Baltimore To San Juan Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Oct 22, 2026
Caribbean Transatlantic
P & O Cruises
Sails Oct 23, 2026
Von Kiel nach Barbados
AIDA Cruises
Sails Oct 25, 2026
Von Kiel in die Dominikanischen Republik
AIDA Cruises
Sails Oct 25, 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 October is 89°F, with a low of 78°F.
Fort-de-France typically sees 5 days of rain in October. Hot and wet, hurricane season.
For a October cruise to Fort-de-France, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.