Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Sint Maarten
Philipsburg is a small town in Sint Maarten with a population of 1,338. Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Philipsburg
Philipsburg is the main town and capital of Sint Maarten, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It is located on the southern coast of Saint Martin island, between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond. It serves as the main port of entry, with the major airport and port located in the vicinity. Tourism is the main economic activity, supported by extensive lodgings and cultural activities. As of 2017, the town had 1,894 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,338 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0260°, -63.0458° |
| Timezone | America/Lower_Princes |
| Country | 🇸🇽 Sint Maarten |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.2 inches (1,020 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Philipsburg
Philipsburg is a small town in Sint Maarten with a population of 1,338. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lower_Princes.
Climate in Philipsburg
Philipsburg has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Aug (29°C), the coldest is Jan (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1136 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Sint Maarten avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Area | 243.7 sq mi (631.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0260°N, 63.0458°W |
| Timezone | America/Lower_Princes |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | GUADELOUPE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Saba (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Saba | Stratovolcano | 887 m (2,910 ft) | 1640 | 48 km |
| Quill, The | Stratovolcano | 601 m (1,972 ft) | 250 | 62 km |
| Liamuiga | Stratovolcano | 1,156 m (3,793 ft) | 160 | 78 km |
| Nevis Peak | Stratovolcano | 985 m (3,232 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 3.7 in |
Philipsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and March the driest (1.8").
Schools in Philipsburg
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Business School | - | - | - | - |
| Oranje School | - | - | - | - |
| Sr. Borgia Primary | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Sundial School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Philipsburg
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klass FM 92.9 (AI) | - | MP3 48 kbps | |
| X103.9 (US) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Q104.3 (US) | classic rock, new york's classic rock | AAC | |
| Q106.1 (US) | pop, top 40 | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| KOOL 102.7 FM (US) | oldies | MP3 | |
| X-Radio 91.3 (US) | international | MP3 192 kbps | |
| X-Radio (US) | international | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kool 106.9 (US) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Q 101.9 (US) | adult contemporary | AAC | |
| Q 94.1 (US) | country | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Q107.3 (US) | pop, top 40 | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Q106.5 (US) | urban adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Q107.5 (US) | pop, top 40 | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Q104.3 | - | AAC | |
| Q93.3 (US) | urban contemporary | AAC |
Museums in Philipsburg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amuseum Naturalis - Musée et centre d'interprétation | ||||
| Heritage Collection Museum | ||||
| Musée du Patrimoine Le Brigantin | ||||
| Musée Wall House | ||||
| Sint Maarten Museum | ||||
| Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit |
Libraries in Philipsburg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblithèque de Lorient | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblothèque Territoriale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Philipsburg Jubilee Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Philipsburg
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Market | |||||
| Marigot Market | |||||
| Philipsburg Market Place | |||||
| WSC GROUP |
Hotels in Philipsburg
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Philipsburg
68 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Philipsburg
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Philipsburg
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Philipsburg
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Philipsburg
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Philipsburg
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Philipsburg
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Philipsburg
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Philipsburg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SXM Beer |
Stadiums & Teams in Philipsburg
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Philipsburg
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Princess Juliana International Airport | SXM | Large Airport |
| Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport | SKB | Large Airport |
| Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport | AXA | Medium Airport |
| F. D. Roosevelt Airport | EUX | Medium Airport |
| Grand Case-l'Espérance Airport | SFG | Medium Airport |
| Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport | SAB | Medium Airport |
| St. Jean Airport | SBH | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Philipsburg
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Astan Mail Box Service |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Philipsburg
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Angelic Touch | |
| Christian Kingdom | |
| Church of God | |
| House of Restoration and Deliverance | |
| Moravische kerk | |
| Philipsburg Methodist Church | |
| Shekhinah Glory Worship Sanctuary | |
| SS. Simon And Jude | |
| St. Martin of Tours' Church | |
| The New Testament Baptist Church | |
| Zion Deliverance Ministry |
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UFO Sightings Near Philipsburg
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Philipsburg.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| St. maarten (netherland antilles)) | 2003 | ((HOAX??)) i choked on me jonny cake and started screaming for my parents to look at the sky. |
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What is the population of Philipsburg?
Philipsburg has a population of 1,338 residents and is located in Sint Maarten. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 243.7 square miles.
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Philipsburg has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches.
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