Saint-Marc
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Saint-Marc month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Saint-Marc are typically January, February and March, with average daytime highs around 32–32°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 35°C), January the coldest (average low 22°C), and October the wettest (about 133 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.6 | 21.8 | 19 | 10.3 |
| February | 32.2 | 22.0 | 22 | 11.2 |
| March | 32.2 | 22.4 | 39 | 11.8 |
| April | 32.4 | 23.4 | 88 | 11.8 |
| May | 32.8 | 24.5 | 123 | 11.4 |
| June | 33.9 | 25.3 | 85 | 11.7 |
| July | 35.0 | 25.8 | 66 | 11.5 |
| August | 35.0 | 25.8 | 88 | 11.2 |
| September | 34.0 | 25.3 | 118 | 10.9 |
| October | 32.8 | 24.6 | 133 | 10.2 |
| November | 32.1 | 23.4 | 71 | 10.4 |
| December | 32.3 | 22.6 | 18 | 10.5 |
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01 · QuestionsQuestions about Saint-Marc
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint-Marc
What is Saint-Marc and where is it located?
Saint-Marc, known in Haitian Creole as Sen Mak, is a commune situated in western Haiti within the Artibonite department. Geographically positioned at coordinates 19°7′N 72°42′W, the municipality encompasses a population of 266,642 inhabitants according to the 2015 Census.
How did infrastructure development mark a turning point in the region's connectivity?
A significant historical turning point in the transportation network occurred in 1905, when the Compagnie Nationale, or National Railroad, constructed a 100-kilometer railway extending northward to Saint-Marc from the national capital of Port-au-Prince. This rail line was subsequently expanded by an additional 30 kilometers eastward toward Verrettes, improving regional integration.
What role does Saint-Marc play in modern trade and transportation?
The port of Saint-Marc functions as a preferred entry point for consumer goods arriving in Haiti. This status is largely attributed to its central position relative to major urban centers and its geographical separation from the congestion and volatility of Port-au-Prince.
02 · OverviewSaint-Marc, in brief
Saint-Marc is a commune and large port town situated in western Haiti within the Artibonite department. Located at geographic coordinates 19°7'N 72°42'W on flat land near the sea with edges extending into the foothills, the settlement lies surrounded by mountains.
How Did the Region Transform Before and After French Settlement?
Before French settlers arrived in the region, the area was known as Amani-y ad and formed part of the Xaragua caciquat. The town itself was first established in 1716 during the period when the location sat within the French colony of Saint-Domingue. A significant historical turning point for connectivity occurred in 1905, when the Compagnie Nationale, or National Railroad, constructed a 100 km railroad extending north to Saint-Marc from the national capital of Port-au-Prince. This track was later extended an additional 30 km east to Verrettes.
What Defines the Population and Geography of Saint-Marc Today?
At the 2015 Census, the commune recorded 266,642 inhabitants. As one of the biggest cities between Port-au-Prince and Cap-Haïtien—ranking second to Gonaïves—Saint-Marc operates as a crucial hub. The port of Saint-Marc serves as a preferred entry point for consumer goods arriving in Haiti, aided by its central location relative to a large group of Haitian cities that, alongside surrounding areas, contained nearly eight million of Haiti's ten million people in 2009. Approximately 60 percent of the population resides in the communal section outside of town, remaining beyond urban infrastructure and lacking electricity, potable water, and drainage systems, though recent development projects involving USAID and IOM have worked on grading roads, implementing sewage systems, and providing potable water access.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saint-Marc
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01 · Q&AWhere is Saint-Marc located and what are its coordinates?
Saint-Marc is situated in Haiti at geographic coordinates 19.1114, -72.7008, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Saint-Marc?
Saint-Marc has a recorded population of approximately 266,642 and observes the America/Port-au-Prince time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Saint-Marc?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Saint-Marc include HT, FR-HT, with HTG used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Saint-Marc?
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