April weather forecast
Sint Maarten

In April, Sint Maarten transitions from the dry season to the start of the rainy season. Temperatures continue to rise gradually, with averages ranging between 26°C (78.8°F) and 31°C (87.8°F). This progression in warmth is in line with the typical tropical monsoon climate of the region. Philipsburg, the capital, experiences similar temperatures given its proximity to the coastline.

While April doesn’t hold any extreme weather records for Sint Maarten, it is a notable month as it marks the beginning of the island’s rainy season. Compared to March, the island experiences an increase in precipitation, with an average rainfall of approximately 80mm (3.15").

In comparison to the preceding month, April witnesses a slight increase in temperatures and a more significant surge in rainfall. These changes signal the beginning of a shift in weather patterns that will continue over the following months.

Just like in previous months, the weather remains quite uniform across the island. However, some minor temperature differences may be noticed between coastal areas and the hilly inland regions, with the latter being a bit cooler.

Despite the onset of the rainy season, April's weather in Sint Maarten is still largely favourable for tourists. The rainfall, while increased, does not typically disrupt outdoor activities and lends a refreshing vibe to the island’s warm temperatures.

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• Philipsburg - April »
  January through April, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten. March, April and August, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten.
• Belvedere - April »
  On the first day of April in Belvedere sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:25. April's average low-temperature in Belvedere is a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.
• Mary's Fancy - April »
  In Mary's Fancy in April, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. In Mary's Fancy, during April, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.