April is a very good month to visit Martinique: it is the end of Carême (« Lent »), the dry season, with around 29 °C (84 °F) in the afternoon and 23 °C (73 °F) at night in Fort-de-France, still moderate rain (about 109 mm (4.3 in)) and a sea at 27 °C (81 °F). Verdict: ✅ ideal, with no hurricane risk. Spring holidays push prices up; the end of the month becomes more affordable.
The trade winds make the heat bearable and conditions remain good for hiking on Mount Pelée. This page covers April in detail; to compare with the rest of the year, see our page on the best time to visit Martinique.
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Martinique in April: key facts
- Verdict: ✅ end of the dry season, still dry weather
- Fort-de-France: 29.3 °C (85 °F) in the afternoon, 23.1 °C (74 °F) at night, about 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain
- Sea: around 27 °C (81 °F)
- Hurricanes: no risk; the season normally runs from June to November (GOV.UK)
- Crowds and prices: heavy and high during the spring holidays
- Time difference: in April, Martinique (UTC−4) is 5 hours behind London (BST) and on the same time as New York (EDT)
Weather in Martinique in April
It is hot all year in Martinique: what changes is the rainfall. April closes the dry season: showers are a little more frequent than in March, the driest month, but remain far less abundant than in the rainy season.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 28.5 °C (83 °F) | 22.3 °C (72 °F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27 °C (81 °F) |
| April | 29.3 °C (85 °F) | 23.1 °C (74 °F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 27 °C (81 °F) |
| May | 29.8 °C (86 °F) | 23.6 °C (74 °F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 27 °C (81 °F) |
On the coast it rarely rains all day: tropical showers are heavy but often brief. The mountainous north, on the Atlantic side and at altitude, is much wetter; the summit of Mount Pelée is often in cloud. The south (Sainte-Anne, Le Diamant) is the driest and sunniest part of the island.
Sargassum in April
Banks of sargassum seaweed regularly wash up on Caribbean coasts, to a very variable extent from one year and one week to the next: no month is guaranteed to be free of it. The Atlantic coast and the south-east are generally the most affected, the Caribbean coast less so. Before booking a seafront rental, check the monitoring bulletins published by the State services and the regional health agency (ARS Martinique).
Where to go in Martinique in April
- The south (Sainte-Anne, Les Salines, Le Diamant, Les Anses-d’Arlet): the big light-sand beaches and the driest weather.
- Les Trois-Îlets and Anse Mitan: a climate close to that of the south, facing Fort-de-France.
- The north (Mount Pelée, Saint-Pierre, Grand’Rivière): hiking, best done early in the morning, after checking trail conditions. February to April is the best period.
- The Atlantic coast (Le François, Le Vauclin, La Caravelle): the white shallows (fonds blancs) and islets by boat in calm seas, and kitesurfing at Le Vauclin. The sea here is often rough.
Things to do in Martinique in April
- Beach and snorkelling on the Caribbean coast: Anse Noire, Anse Dufour, Grande Anse d’Arlet
- Diving (December to June) at Les Anses-d’Arlet, Diamond Rock and the Saint-Pierre wrecks
- Hiking on Mount Pelée, on the Caravelle peninsula or the Trace des Jésuites
- The white shallows at Le François and Le Robert on a boat trip (January to June, in calm seas)
- Distilleries and gardens in the north, to combine with Saint-Pierre
Events in April
Easter, whose date changes every year, is widely celebrated in Martinique and pushes prices up. In 2027, Easter falls on 28 March: the Easter weekend will therefore be at the end of March, but spring holidays in Europe and North America are still concentrated in April, which keeps demand strong. The carnival ends on Ash Wednesday, in February or March. Check dates with the Martinique Tourist Board. To experience the carnival before Ash Wednesday, our page on Martinique in February covers the weather and crowds that month.
Crowds and prices in April
According to our calendar, crowds are heavy and prices high in April because of Easter and the spring holidays. The end of the month, outside the holidays, becomes more affordable, ahead of the low season in May and June. For the holidays, book flights, accommodation and a rental car 4 to 6 months ahead. Most international visitors arrive at Martinique Aimé-Césaire airport.
What to pack for Martinique in April
- Light clothing, swimwear and a sarong
- A light rain jacket for showers, especially in the north
- Hiking shoes and a warm layer for the summit of Mount Pelée
- Reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses
- Mosquito repellent: dengue is a recognised risk (see below)
Before you go
For passport and entry rules, see our entry requirements for Martinique. Time difference in April: Martinique is on UTC−4 all year (no daylight saving), so it is 5 hours behind London (UTC+1, British Summer Time) and on the same time as New York (UTC−4, EDT). Health: the UK FCDO (GOV.UK, checked 11 November 2026) names Zika virus, dengue and chikungunya among the health risks in Martinique, and the U.S. State Department (travel.state.gov, last updated September 9, 2026) lists chikungunya and dengue as prevalent in the French West Indies; protect yourself from mosquito bites.
If April does not suit you
Neighbouring months: March is the driest month in Fort-de-France (71 mm (2.8 in)) and one of the sunniest. May is a transition month, wetter (133 mm (5.2 in)) but cheaper and quiet. June offers a good balance of price and weather, with a hurricane risk that is still low.
Other destinations in April: the neighbouring island follows the same calendar: see Guadeloupe in April. For the Indian Ocean, compare with Mauritius in April; for Asia, with Thailand in April. All our ideas are on the page where to go in April. To plan your trip, read our Martinique travel guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Martinique in April?
Hot and still dry: around 29 °C (84 °F) in the afternoon and 23 °C (73 °F) at night in Fort-de-France, with about 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain according to the Météo-France 1991-2020 normals. Showers are often brief.
Is April a good month to visit Martinique?
Yes: it is the end of Carême, the dry season, with no hurricane risk. The one caveat is price, which is high during the spring holidays.
What is the sea temperature in Martinique in April?
Around 27 °C (81 °F), according to the German weather service (Le Lamentin station). Swimming is pleasant everywhere, but the Atlantic coast is often rough.
Are there hurricanes in Martinique in April?
No. Hurricane season in Martinique is normally from June to November, according to the UK FCDO (GOV.UK).
Is there sargassum in April?
It is possible: strandings vary greatly from one year and one week to the next. The Caribbean coast is generally less affected. Check the official bulletins before booking.
Which month should you avoid in Martinique?
September and October, in the middle of the hurricane season (June to November, according to GOV.UK) and among the wettest months (over 210 mm (8.3 in) in Fort-de-France).
Our sources
- Météo-France: 1991-2020 climate normals for Fort-de-France
- Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD), Klimatafeln: average sea temperature at Le Lamentin
- Health and hurricane information: UK FCDO, foreign travel advice for Martinique (GOV.UK, updated 23 October 2026, read 11 November 2026), and U.S. Department of State, French West Indies country information (travel.state.gov, last updated September 9, 2026)
- Time rules: GOV.UK, When do the clocks change; NIST, Daylight Saving Time
- Data already published on our page on the best time to visit Martinique
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026.