Martinique is in the UTC-4 time zone, with no daylight saving time.

  • In winter (October to March): Martinique is 5 hours behind mainland France
  • In summer (March to October): Martinique is 6 hours behind mainland France

Example: when it is 12 noon in Paris in January, it is 7 am in Martinique.

The south of Martinique enjoys a sunny tropical climate all year round. To check the weather forecast before your activities, we recommend visiting Météo France Martinique, which provides reliable forecasts updated several times a day.

During the cyclone season (July to October), please keep an eye on weather reports and follow the advice of the local authorities.