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Philipsburg Cruise Crowd Forecast — Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Not Crowded day in Philipsburg — 1 ship representing ~3,690 estimated cruise passengers, 77% below a busy day.
Good day for exploring independently. Cruise traffic should be relatively light compared with other port days.
- 1 shipin port
- 3,690est. passengers
Where today falls, from a quiet day to a busy day
Quieter than 70% of scheduled cruise days at this port.
Provisional — schedule may changeTypical weather for Apr 21
Too far out for a live forecast — this is what's typical for this week of the year in Philipsburg, from 2015–2024 records. Weather data: Open-Meteo.
🧭 How to play this day
CROWD-TACTICALQuiet days are made for Maho Beach — you'll actually get a chair, see the planes land overhead, and have room to breathe. Check the flight timetable on the surfboard at Sunset Bar and time your visit for the big jets. Front Street in Philipsburg is a pleasant stroll without the crowds.
Why is this not crowded?
1 ship is scheduled today, representing approximately 3,690 passengers of combined capacity.
Compared with other cruise days: Below average for this port.
Ships in port
| Ship | Cruise line | Arrival | Departure | Berth | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | — | 3,690 |
Arrival timeline
Bars show each ship’s scheduled time in port (6 AM – 10 PM port time).
Shore day advice
Great day to explore independently — taxis and tenders are easy, and it's a good day for DIY beach trips and independent tours.
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Data & accuracy
- Schedule source: published cruise-line itineraries (Royal Caribbean International, Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Virgin Voyages) — unofficial; this schedule is not published by the port authority
- Itineraries last checked: Nov 6, 2026
- Forecast date: Apr 21, 2027
- Provisional: this date is more than 7 days out — cruise lines adjust itineraries for weather and operations, so the schedule may change.
- Estimates are based on published ship capacities, not actual bookings or how many passengers go ashore.