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Martinique

Plan a visit or move to Martinique with current conditions, practical signals, maps, local people, and sourced context.

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Updated Sunday, September 13, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Martinique month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Martinique are typically January, February and March, with average daytime highs around 28–29°C. September is usually the warmest month (average high 31°C), February the coldest (average low 23°C), and July the wettest (about 130 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January28.023.35910.7
February28.323.15511.0
March29.123.35211.6
April29.924.24911.7
May30.425.06111.4
June30.225.210311.1
July30.025.113011.2
August30.425.311511.2
September30.925.312111.0
October30.125.012210.6
November29.324.512010.4
December28.623.86710.6

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What is being reported around Martinique

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People and places shaping Martinique

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Research updated Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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Past and future events in Martinique

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Mount Pelée eruption

    On 8 May 1902 the volcano erupted, destroying Saint‑Pierre and killing about 30 000 people.

  2. Abolition of slavery

    Slavery was abolished in Martinique on 23 May 1848, the first French overseas territory to implement the decree.

  3. Vichy administration during World II

    From 1940 to July 1943 Martinique was governed by the Vichy regime under Admiral Georges Robert; Free French forces took over on 14 July 1943.

  4. 2010 constitutional referendum

    On 10 January 2010 a referendum asked voters whether to adopt the Article 74 status; 79.3 % voted “no”.

  5. UNESCO World Heritage listing

    In September 2023 the volcanoes and forests of Mount Pelée and the Pitons du Carbet were inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Current public leadership

  • Serge Letchimy

    Wikidata currently records this person as Martinique's head of government. French politician.

People associated with this place

No person with a direct, sourced association to Martinique has been verified yet.

Historical figures

  • Aimé Césaire

    Martinican poet, playwright and politician; founder of the Progressive Party of Martinique in the 1950s.

  • Cyrille Bissette

    19th‑century Martinican abolitionist and political activist who campaigned against slavery.

  • Victor Schœlcher

    French abolitionist who helped bring about the 1848 abolition of slavery in Martinique.

  • Pierre Belain d'Esnambuc

    French governor of Saint‑Kitts who landed in Martinique on 15 September 1635 and claimed the island for France.

  • Jacques Dyel du Parquet

    Governor of Martinique from 1637 after succeeding his uncle Pierre Belain d'Esnambuc.

Local business and employers

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Newspapers and local media

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Buildings and landmarks

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01 · Overview

Martinique, in brief

Martinique is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Martinique took shape

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03 · Government

Government and public life in Martinique

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04 · Economy

Work and the economy in Martinique

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05 · Culture

Culture and creative life in Martinique

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06 · Travel

Travelling through Martinique

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Martinique

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08 · Questions

Questions about Martinique

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Atlas FAQ Desk

Frequently Asked Questions about Martinique

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

What is the capital city and population of Martinique?

The capital of Martinique is Fort-de-France, and the total national population is estimated at 432,900.

02 · Q&A

Where is Martinique located and what is its total area?

Martinique is located in North America, spanning an area of approximately 1,100 km².

03 · Q&A

What currency and languages are spoken in Martinique?

The official currency is Euro (EUR) and the recognized languages include fr-MQ.

04 · Q&A

What are the major cities and regions in Martinique?

Prominent cities and cultural hubs mapped across Martinique include Fort-de-France, Le Lamentin, Le Robert, Sainte-Marie, Le François.

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Cities and towns in Martinique

Fort-de-France89,995 people · Full profileLe Lamentin40,581 people · research starts when openedLe Robert23,814 people · research starts when openedSainte-Marie20,380 people · research starts when openedLe François19,682 people · research starts when openedDucos17,394 people · research starts when openedSaint-Joseph16,974 people · research starts when openedLa Trinité15,040 people · research starts when openedRivière-Pilote13,359 people · research starts when openedLe Gros-Morne11,025 people · research starts when openedSainte-Luce9,196 people · research starts when openedSaint-Esprit8,508 people · research starts when opened