Marigot, Saint Martin uses America/Marigot, currently AST (UTC-04:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Marigot is the capital of Saint Martin, with a population of about 5,700. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
The band below is your local scale — accent shows when everyone's business hours overlap. Add or remove a city on the left and this updates too.
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
The waterfront center keeps markets, shops, and the ferry dock within easy walking distance of most guesthouses. Quieter residential areas spread out along the coast, a short drive from the main commercial streets.
The town's harbor market and nearby beaches suit an easy, unhurried day, with cooler morning hours best for walking before the tropical heat builds. A short drive reaches the island's Dutch side for a change of pace.
A rental car is useful for exploring both sides of the shared island, since public transit is limited. The town center itself is compact and walkable.
The drier winter and spring months bring the most settled weather, while the later hurricane-season months carry a higher risk of storms. Temperatures stay warm year-round.
Saint Martin uses the EUR, calling code +590.
The euro is the official currency on this side of the island, and French is the official language, though English is also widely understood. A relaxed pace typical of the wider Caribbean applies here too.
