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Netherlands / France · Ships call at Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Rain tapering, still humid
October is inside the Atlantic hurricane season. A storm can change a port day or the whole route, so keep your plans here flexible.
St. Maarten / St. Martin in October is warm and sunny, with average highs around 87°F and lows that rarely dip below 76°F. October sees roughly 13 rainy days, so waterproof layers and flexible plans are wise. Showers are often short-lived but can be intense. Rain tapering, still humid.
It's the shoulder season in St. Maarten / St. Martin: fewer crowds than the winter peak, but the heat and humidity are at their highest. A light rain jacket and early-morning excursions will serve you well. 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 October, with the date each one leaves port.
Seattle To Miami
Cunard Cruises
Sails Sep 17, 2026
Seattle To Miami
Cunard Cruises
Sails Sep 24, 2026
Transatlantic From Barcelona to Galveston: Spain, Portugal, Dominican Republic & Jamaica
NCL Cruises
Sails Oct 14, 2026
Eastern Caribbean
Cunard Cruises
Sails Oct 15, 2026
Circle Caribbean
Princess Cruises
Sails Oct 15, 2026
A Grand Journey of Bright Coastlines & Captivating Havens
Explora Journeys Cruises
Sails Oct 15, 2026
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 October is 87°F, with a low of 76°F.
St. Maarten / St. Martin typically sees 13 days of rain in October. Rain tapering, still humid.
For a October cruise to St. Maarten / St. Martin, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.