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Sandy Ground, Saint Martin
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Sandy Ground is a small town in Saint Martin with a population of 3,493. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sandy Ground
Sandy Ground is a coastal community on the French side of the Caribbean island of Saint Martin/Sint Maarten.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,493 |
| Population Density | 170 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0585°, -63.0994° |
| Timezone | America/Marigot |
| Country | 🇲🇫 Saint Martin |
| 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 Sandy Ground
Sandy Ground is a small town in Saint Martin with a population of 3,493. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. 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/Marigot.
Climate in Sandy Ground
Sandy Ground 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 Saint Martin avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 20.5 sq mi (53.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0585°N, 63.0994°W |
| Timezone | America/Marigot |
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 | — | 135 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Saba (50 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Saba | Stratovolcano | 887 m (2,910 ft) | 1640 | 50 km |
| Quill, The | Stratovolcano | 601 m (1,972 ft) | 250 | 66 km |
| Liamuiga | Stratovolcano | 1,156 m (3,793 ft) | 160 | 83 km |
| Nevis Peak | Stratovolcano | 985 m (3,232 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 178 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 |
Sandy Ground 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 Sandy Ground
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L'École au bord de l'Eau | — | — | — | — |
| École Jérôme Beaupère | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Aline Hanson | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sandy Ground
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 Sandy Ground
| 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 Sandy Ground
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblothèque Territoriale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Philipsburg Jubilee Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sandy Ground
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Market | |||||
| Marigot Market | |||||
| Philipsburg Market Place | |||||
| WSC GROUP |
Hotels in Sandy Ground
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sandy Ground
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sandy Ground
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sandy Ground
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sandy Ground
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sandy Ground
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sandy Ground
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SXM Beer |
Airports Near Sandy Ground
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sandy Ground
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Apostolic Faith Church | |
| Iglesia de Dios la Grand Cosecha |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Sandy Ground?
Sandy Ground has a population of 3,493 residents and is located in Saint Martin. The population density is 170 people per square mile, spread across 20.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sandy Ground?
Sandy Ground 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. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches.