Your Cruise, Your Weather
Historical averages and packing recommendations for your January visit to St. Maarten / St. Martin.
"Dry and pleasant — peak cruise season"
St. Maarten/St. Martin is unique in the Caribbean: the southern half is the Dutch island of Sint Maarten, while the northern half is the French collectivity of Saint-Martin — two cultures on one small island. Cruise passengers dock in Philipsburg on the Dutch side and can easily explore beach clubs, duty-free shopping, the famous Maho Beach (planes land just overhead), and cross into France for world-class dining.
The average high temperature in St. Maarten / St. Martin during January is 82°F, with a low of 72°F.
St. Maarten / St. Martin typically sees 9 days of rain in January. Dry and pleasant — peak cruise season
For a January cruise to St. Maarten / St. Martin, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.