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Netherlands / France · Ships call at Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Peak hurricane risk
September 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 September is warm and sunny, with average highs around 89°F and lows that rarely dip below 78°F. September sees roughly 15 rainy days, so waterproof layers and flexible plans are wise. Showers are often short-lived but can be intense. Peak hurricane risk.
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 89°F is intense, especially near the water.
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Sailings that are at sea during September, with the date each one leaves port.
Southern Caribbean
MSC Cruises
Sails Aug 19, 2027
Southern Caribbean
MSC Cruises
Sails Aug 23, 2027
Perfect Day Cococay & Eastern Caribbean
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Aug 28, 2027
Eastern Caribbean
Margaritaville At Sea Cruises
Sails Aug 28, 2027
Southern Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Aug 28, 2027
Eastern Caribbean
Carnival Cruises
Sails Aug 28, 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 September is 89°F, with a low of 78°F.
St. Maarten / St. Martin typically sees 15 days of rain in September. Peak hurricane risk.
For a September cruise to St. Maarten / St. Martin, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.