Welcome to island time!
St. Maarten runs on Atlantic Standard Time (AST), which means the island doesn’t observe daylight saving time — it’s always nice and steady, just like the breeze off the Caribbean Sea.

Whether you’re planning your next beach day, scheduling a shore excursion, or just daydreaming about sipping a cocktail at sunset, knowing the local time is a great start.

Time in St. Maarten = Island Vibes
On St. Maarten, time moves a little differently — and we like it that way. Life here is less about the clock and more about the moment.

Breakfast? Whenever you wake up.

Lunch? When the beach gets too hot.

Dinner? When the sun goes down and the music turns up.

Happy hour? Always.

Fun Facts About St. Maarten Time
Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time (UTC-4)

No Daylight Saving: It’s summer here all year long.

Cruise Visitors: Be sure to check if your ship runs on ship time or local time — you don’t want to miss the boat!

Things to Do Right Now
Since you’re already thinking about St. Maarten time, why not start planning?

Book a sunset sail (best just before 6:00 PM)

Grab a drink at a beach bar

Catch a plane landing over Maho Beach — timing is everything!

Or just… relax. You’re on island time now.