Aruba
Trade winds that keep the heat honest, a desert landscape of cactus and divi-divi trees leaning permanently sideways, and water calm enough that even the nervous swimmers relax.
The best time to visit Aruba is Any month, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (87°F). Local time there is 14:06 (UTC-4).
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In season
The year at a glance
January · high 29°C · rain 34mm · 11.5h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Oranjestad, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C83°F | 34mm1.3in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| February | 29°C83°F | 30mm1.2in | 11.7h11.7h | in the recommended window |
| March | 29°C84°F | 33mm1.3in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 30°C85°F | 21mm0.8in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| May | 30°C86°F | 17mm0.7in | 12.7h12.7h | in the recommended window |
| June | 31°C87°F | 32mm1.3in | 12.9h12.9h | in the recommended window |
| July | 30°C87°F | 33mm1.3in | 12.8h12.8h | in the recommended window |
| August | 31°C88°F | 45mm1.8in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| September | 32°C89°F | 42mm1.7in | 12.2h12.2h | in the recommended window |
| October | 31°C87°F | 70mm2.8in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| November | 30°C85°F | 88mm3.5in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| December | 29°C84°F | 47mm1.9in | 11.4h11.4h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- AWGAruban florin
- Language
- Dutch, Papiamento
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Aruba?
The best time to visit Aruba is Any month, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (87°F).
How warm does Aruba get?
Typical daytime highs in Aruba are Mar–May 30°C (85°F), Jun–Aug 31°C (87°F), Sep–Nov 31°C (87°F), Dec–Feb 29°C (84°F).
Is Aruba expensive?
On the ground, Aruba is steep.
What sort of trip is Aruba good for?
Aruba is good for beach and sun holidays, relaxing holidays, nature and scenery, food and drink.
How rainy is Aruba?
The wettest month in Aruba is November at 88mm (3.5in), the driest May at 17mm (0.7in), with a monthly average of 41mm (1.6in).
What plug do I need for Aruba?
Aruba uses type A, B, F sockets at 127 V.
