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64/100

Suboptimal

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

October, June, September

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

22°C – 27°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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The best months for a sun and beach holiday in Ste Marie are from October, June, September. If you're planning to travel during this period, it's a good idea to arrange your stay early — especially in popular beach areas.

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See at a glance which months offer the best sun & beach conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Sun & Beach conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Ste Marie

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°390
February
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°355
March
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°368
April
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°217
May
40Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
24°160
June
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
23°173
July
40Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
22°193
August
40Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
22°143
September
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
22°91
October
64Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
23°88
November
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
25°130
December
35Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°255

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Ste Marie

When is the best time to visit Ste Marie for sun & beach?

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The best time to visit Ste Marie for sun & beach is typically in October, June, September, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Ste Marie?

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Rainy season typically: December–July. It is generally better to avoid these months for sun & beach.

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