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Netherlands / France · Ships call at Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Warm, occasional afternoon showers
St. Maarten / St. Martin in May is warm and sunny, with average highs around 87°F and lows that rarely dip below 76°F. Expect around 9 rainy days, typically brief afternoon showers rather than all-day rain. Morning excursions are usually the safest bet. Warm, occasional afternoon showers.
This is one of the most popular months to visit St. Maarten / St. Martin, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Pack reef-safe SPF 50+ sunscreen, a hat, and breathable fabrics. The sun at 87°F is intense, especially near the water.
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Sailings that are at sea during May, with the date each one leaves port.
Die grose Amerika & Sudsee-Reise
Phoenix Reisen Cruises
Sails Dec 5, 2026
Einmal um die ganze Welt mit MS Artania
Phoenix Reisen Cruises
Sails Dec 18, 2026
World Cruise
MSC Cruises
Sails Jan 4, 2027
World Cruise
MSC Cruises
Sails Jan 5, 2027
World Cruise
MSC Cruises
Sails Jan 5, 2027
World Cruise
MSC Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
St. Maarten/St. Martin is split down the middle: the Dutch territory of Sint Maarten to the south, the French collectivity of Saint-Martin to the north, two countries on one small island. Cruise passengers dock in Philipsburg on the Dutch side, minutes from beach clubs, duty-free shops, and Maho Beach, where jets clear the sand by a few feet on their approach to the airport. Cross into Marigot on the French side for the food.
The average high temperature in St. Maarten / St. Martin during May is 87°F, with a low of 76°F.
St. Maarten / St. Martin typically sees 9 days of rain in May. Warm, occasional afternoon showers.
For a May cruise to St. Maarten / St. Martin, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.