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Weather Forecast: Saturday to Monday

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN
DATE ISSUED: Friday, 15 May 2026 @ 18:00 LST (22:00 UTC) 
VALID UNTIL: Saturday evening (18:00 LST) 16 May 2026
WEATHER:
Saturday: Partly cloudy with light haze and brief local showers possible.
Forecast High: 31°C / 88°F              
Forecast Low: 25°C / 77°F
Sunset Today: 6:38 P.M.                  
Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:39 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS: 
Tonight through Saturday evening: East-southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 12 to 16 mph, and possible higher gusts.
SYNOPSIS: 
Patches of moisture moving across the local region by warm southeasterly winds may cause brief showers, particularly during the overnight hours. Meanwhile, varying concentrations of Saharan dust will affect air quality. Those with allergies and/or respiratory illnesses should take the necessary precautions.
Slight to moderate seas, peaking up to 6 feet, will prevail. Small craft-operators and swimmers are advised to exercise caution throughout the weekend.
STATE OF THE SEA:  Slight to moderate         
WAVES/SWELLS: 3 to 6 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Sunday evening: Partly cloudy with isolated showers.
3-DAY FORECAST
DAY 
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
 WEATHER
Partly Cloudy,
Light Haze,
Brief Showers possible
Partly Cloudy,
Light Haze,
Brief Showers possible
Partly Cloudy,
Isolated Showers
HIGH TEMP
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
LOW TEMP
25°C / 77°F
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
SUNRISE
05:39 AM
05:39 AM
05:39 AM
SUNSET
06:39 PM
06:39 PM
06:39 PM
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Weather Forecast: Friday to Sunday

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN
DATE ISSUED: Thursday, 14th May 2026 @ 18:00 LST (22:00 UTC) 
VALID UNTIL: Friday evening (18:00 LST) 15th May 2026
WEATHER:
Forecast High: 31°C / 88°F               Forecast Low: 26°C / 79°F
Sunset Today: 6:38 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:39 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS: 
Tonight through Friday evening: East-southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 10 to 15 mph.
SYNOPSIS: 
A relatively stable atmosphere and gentle to moderate winds will persist. However, drifting pockets of moisture may cause brief showers. Additionally, the concentration of Saharan dust across the region is expected to gradually increase during this forecast period. Those with allergies and/or respiratory illnesses should remain vigilant.
Seas are expected to peak at 5 feet through the next few days.
STATE OF THE SEA: Slight to moderate          WAVES/SWELLS: 3 to 5 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
3-DAY FORECAST
DAY 
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
 WEATHER
Fair/Partly Cloudy,
Light Haze,
Brief Showers possible
Fair/Partly Cloudy,
Light Haze,
Brief Showers possible
Partly Cloudy,
Light Haze,
Isolated Showers
HIGH TEMP
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
LOW TEMP
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
SUNRISE
05:39 AM
05:39 AM
05:39 AM
SUNSET
06:38 PM
06:39 PM
06:39 PM
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Weather Forecast: Thursday to Saturday

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN
DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, 13th May 2026 @ 18:00 LST (22:00 UTC) 
VALID UNTIL: Thursday evening (18:00 LST) 14th May 2026
WEATHER:
Forecast High: 31°C / 88°F               Forecast Low: 26°C / 79°F
Sunset Today: 6:37 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:40 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS: 
Tonight through Thursday evening: East-southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 10 to 16 mph and possible higher gusts.
SYNOPSIS: 
Despite a relatively stable atmosphere, warm east southeasterly winds along with patches of moisture may trigger isolated showers across the region. Meanwhile, a tightened surface pressure gradient will maintain breezy conditions.
Slight to moderate seas are expected through the remainder of the week.
STATE OF THE SEA: Slight to moderate          WAVES/SWELLS: 3 to 5 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
 
3-DAY FORECAST
DAY 
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
 WEATHER
Partly Cloudy,
Breezy,
Brief Showers Likely
Fair/Partly Cloudy, Breezy,
Brief Showers Possible
Fair/Partly Cloudy, Breezy,
Brief Showers Possible
HIGH TEMP
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
LOW TEMP
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
SUNRISE
05:40 AM
05:39 AM
05:39 AM
SUNSET
06:38 PM
06:38 PM
06:39 PM
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Weather Forecast: Wednesday to Friday

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday 12th May 2026 @ 18:00 LST (22:00 UTC) 
VALID UNTIL: Wednesday evening (18:00 LST) 13th May 2026
WEATHER:
Tonight: Fair to partly cloudy. Isolated showers are possible.
Wednesday morning through evening: Fair to partly cloudy and slightly breezy. Localised showers are likely.
Forecast High: 31°C / 88°F              
Forecast Low: 26°C / 79°F
Sunset Today: 6:37 P.M.                  
Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:40 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS: 
Tonight, through Wednesday evening: East to southeasterly, with a light to moderate breeze, ranging from 6 to 15 mph.
SYNOPSIS: 
A high-pressure system will maintain stable weather conditions and limit showers. Meanwhile, occasionally breezy conditions will persist, and southeasterly winds will support localised afternoon showers.
Slight to moderate sea conditions will continue into the weekend.
STATE OF THE SEA: Slight to moderate         
WAVES/SWELLS:     2 to 5 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Thursday evening: Fair to partly cloudy and slightly breezy, with isolated showers.
3-DAY FORECAST
DAY
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
WEATHER
Fair / Partly Cloudy
Occasionally Breezy
Isolated Showers Likely
Fair / Partly Cloudy
Slightly Breezy
Isolated Showers
Fair / Partly Cloudy
Slightly Breezy
Isolated Showers
HIGH TEMP
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
LOW TEMP
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
SUNRISE
05:40 AM
05:40 AM
05:40 AM
SUNSET
06:37 PM
06:38 PM
06:38 PM
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Traffic Disruption Along Cannegieter Street, Philipsburg Due to Road Works

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure (VROMI) hereby informs the general public that road repair works will be carried out tomorrow, Wednesday May 13th, 2026 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. along Cannegieter Street, Philipsburg, specifically from the intersection from Manzanilla Steeg to Codville Webster Street, including the section on N. Debrot Street in front of the Old Government Building area.

As a result of these works, temporary traffic disruptions can be expected in the abovementioned vicinity. Motorists are advised to exercise caution, follow all traffic signs and directions, and allow for additional travel time when traversing the area.

The works are being conducted as part of ongoing efforts to improve road conditions and enhance safety for all road users.

Key Information Recap

  • Date: Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
  • Time: 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
  • Location: Cannegieter Street, Philipsburg and N. Debrot Street (infront of the old Government Building area)
  • Work Area: Manzanilla Steeg intersection to Codville Webster Street intersection
  • Traffic Impact: Disruptions expected in the abovementioned work areas. No Road Closure in place.
  • Reminder: Motorists are urged to drive cautiously and follow traffic directions

The Ministry of VROMI apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation during the execution of these and all ongoing repair works. For more information please e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Weather Forecast: Tuesday to Thursday

DATE ISSUED: Monday 11th May 2026 @ 18:00 LST (22:00 UTC) 
VALID UNTIL: Tuesday evening (18:00 LST) 12th May 2026
WEATHER:
Tonight, through Tuesday evening: Fair to partly cloudy and slightly breezy, with isolated showers.
Forecast High: 31°C / 88°F              
Forecast Low:  26°C / 79°F
Sunset Today: 6:37 P.M.                  
Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:41 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS: 
Tonight, through Tuesday evening: East to east-southeasterly, with a gentle to moderate breeze, ranging from 6 to 16 mph; higher gusts are possible.
SYNOPSIS: 
A high-pressure system will maintain stable weather conditions and limit showers. Meanwhile, a tight pressure gradient will support slightly breezy conditions and generate brief showers when combined with fluctuating moisture levels.
Slight to moderate sea conditions will persist.
STATE OF THE SEA: Slight to moderate         
WAVES/SWELLS:     2 to 5 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Wednesday evening: Fair to partly cloudy and slightly breezy, with isolated showers.
3-DAY FORECAST
DAY
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
WEATHER
Fair / Partly Cloudy
Slightly Breezy
Isolated Showers
Fair / Partly Cloudy
Slightly Breezy
Isolated Showers
Fair / Partly Cloudy
Slightly Breezy
Isolated Showers
HIGH TEMP
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
LOW TEMP
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
SUNRISE
05:41 AM
05:40 AM
05:40 AM
SUNSET
06:37 PM
06:37 PM
06:38 PM
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Continuation urgent Public Meeting of Parliament regarding the state of affairs of the St. Maarten General Hospital and the recent integrity-related allegations within the Ministry of VSA

SINT MAARTEN (PHILIPSBURG) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on May 12, 2026.

The Public meeting which was adjourned on April 7, 2026, will reconvene on Tuesday 14.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA) will be in attendance.

The agenda points are:

  1. Deliberations with the Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor regarding the state of affairs of the St. Maarten General Hospital (IS/775/2025-2026 dated March 4, 2026).
  2. Deliberations with the Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor addressing the recent integrity-related allegations within the Ministry, including the request for an investigation by the Integrity Chamber (IS/919/2025-2026 dated April 2, 2026). 

Agenda point 2 was requested by MP O.E.C. Ottley, MP L.C.J. Lewis and MP F.A. Lacroes, and agenda point 3 was requested by MP O.E.C. Ottley, MP C.L. Wever and MP V.C. Jansen-Webster

Members of the public are invited to the House of Parliament to attend parliamentary deliberations. All persons visiting the House of Parliament must adhere to the house rules.

The House of Parliament is located across from the Court House in Philipsburg. 

The parliamentary sessions will be carried live on TV 15, Soualiga Headlines, via SXM GOV radio FM 107.9, via Pearl Radio FM 98.1, the audio via the internet www.sxmparliament.org; www.youtube.com/c/SintMaartenParliament and www.pearlfmradio.sx

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Weather Forecast: Monday to Wednesday

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN
DATE ISSUED: Sunday, 10 May 2026 @ 18:00 LST (22:00 UTC) 
VALID UNTIL: Monday evening (18:00 LST) 11 May 2026
WEATHER:
Forecast High: 31°C / 88°F              
Forecast Low: 26°C / 79°F
Sunset Today: 6:36 P.M.                  
Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:41 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS: 
Tonight through Monday evening: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 10 to 15 mph, and possible higher gusts.
SYNOPSIS: 
Despite an overnight shower, stable fair-weather conditions with a limited chance for a brief shower will prevail. Gentle to moderate winds will also continue for the coming days.
Slight to moderate seas are expected through the next couple of days.
STATE OF THE SEA:  Slight to moderate         
WAVES/SWELLS: 2 to 5 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Tuesday evening: Partly cloudy with brief local showers possible.
3-DAY FORECAST
DAY 
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
 WEATHER
Partly Cloudy,
Isolated Showers likely
Partly Cloudy,
Brief Showers possible
Partly Cloudy,
Brief Showers possible
HIGH TEMP
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
LOW TEMP
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
SUNRISE
05:41 AM
05:41 AM
05:40 AM
SUNSET
06:37 PM
06:37 PM
06:37 PM
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Continuation Public Meeting of Parliament for deliberations with the Minister of VROMI on various concerns related to the Ministry, and ratification of IPKO Agreements List

SINT MAARTEN (PHILIPSBURG) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on May 11, 2026.

The Public meeting which was adjourned on April 1, 2026, will reconvene on Monday at 13.30 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure will be in attendance.

The agenda points are:

  1. Deliberations with the Minister of VROMI addressing various concerns related to the Ministry (IS/331/2025-2026 dated November 13, 2025, and IS/669/2025-2026 dated February 9, 2026)
  1. Ratification Agreements Lists of the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation (IPKO) held from February 19-21, 2026, in Oranjestad, Aruba (IS/724/2025-2026 dated February 23, 2026)

Agenda point 2 was requested by MP F.A. Lacroes, MP O.E.C. Ottley, MP E.J. Doran, MP A.M.R. Irion, MP D.T.J. York and MP L.C.J. Lewis, and agenda point 3 was requested by MP F.A. Lacroes, MP O.E.C. Ottley, and MP L.C.J. Lewis

Members of the public are invited to the House of Parliament to attend parliamentary deliberations. All persons visiting the House of Parliament must adhere to the house rules.

The House of Parliament is located across from the Court House in Philipsburg. 

The parliamentary sessions will be carried live on TV 15, Soualiga Headlines, via SXM GOV radio FM 107.9, via Pearl Radio FM 98.1, the audio via the internet www.sxmparliament.org; www.youtube.com/c/SintMaartenParliament and www.pearlfmradio.sx

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Weather Forecast: Sunday to Tuesday

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN
DATE ISSUED: Saturday, 9 May 2026 @ 18:00 LST (22:00 UTC) 
VALID UNTIL: Sunday evening (18:00 LST) 10 May 2026
WEATHER:
Tonight through Sunday evening: Partly cloudy with brief local showers possible.
Forecast High: 31°C / 88°F              
Forecast Low: 26°C / 79°F
Sunset Today: 6:36 P.M.                  
Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:41 A.M.
SURFACE WINDS: 
Tonight through Sunday evening: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 12 to 16 mph, and possible higher gusts.
SYNOPSIS: 
Pockets of moisture will allow for localized showers to remain possible throughout the forecast period. Meanwhile, a gentle to moderate breeze will prevail.
Slight to moderate seas are expected through the next couple of days.
STATE OF THE SEA:  Slight to moderate         
WAVES/SWELLS: 2 to 5 feet
SPECIAL FEATURE: None.
OUTLOOK through Monday evening: Partly cloudy with brief local showers likely.
3-DAY FORECAST
DAY 
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
 WEATHER
Partly Cloudy,
Brief Showers possible
Partly Cloudy,
Isolated Showers likely
Partly Cloudy,
Isolated Showers likely
HIGH TEMP
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
31°C / 88°F
LOW TEMP
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
26°C / 79°F
SUNRISE
05:41 AM
05:41 AM
05:41 AM
SUNSET
06:36 PM
06:37 PM
06:37 PM
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