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Being in the tropics, and close to the equator, St. Martin and Sint Maarten experience very little variation in temperature throughout the year. In addition to the temperature, vacationers should consider humidity, tradewinds, rainfall and hurricane season when thinking about the climate of the island. Temperatures will range anywhere from 75 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. The average temperature is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and this will generally only vary a few degrees, even in the summer months. Humidity, another major climate concern, will also increase in the summer months. Trade winds, combined with air conditioning and the water, however, make the increased heat and humidity in the summer months only a minor issue for most tourists. The island's elevated interior can also offer reprieve from the warmer climate on the outskirts. In the winter temperatures dip somewhat in the morning and evening, occasionally making for a cool night. Hurricane season starts in the beginning of June and goes through November in the Atlantic. Although hurricane strikes are rare on St. Martin and Sint Maarten, it is during these months that the island experiences the most rainfall. The island receives an average of 45 inches of rainfall a year. There are times during the summer months where the increased rainfall and heat can become an issue for travelers. Many, however, find the island to be pleasant throughout the year. With very little temperature variation and only 45 inches of average annual rainfall tourists come to St. Martin and Sint Maarten in both June and January. Related Articles
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