Best Time to Visit Aruba for Beach Weather
Aruba is a year-round beach destination. The temperature barely moves. What changes is the wind, the crowds, and how likely you are to catch a passing shower. Here is how the year breaks down.
The year at a glance
Aruba's tourism office lists average temperatures around 80 to 90°F all year. Its monthly table runs from 82°F in January and February to 88°F in August and September. Annual rain is about 17 to 18 inches, depending on the source.
January and February
VisitAruba lists 79 to 84°F, minimal rain, and peak travel season with the biggest crowds. This is the coolest stretch of the year and also the busiest. If you are coming now, book early and arrive at the beach early.
March and April
Temperatures run 80 to 86°F and rain is very low. There is a spring break bump in mid-March, and April gets quieter. Note that UV peaks at this time of year. Monthly peak values for Oranjestad hit 14 in March and April, so keep up with the sunscreen.
May and June
VisitAruba calls this low season, with 82 to 88°F, slightly more rain than spring, and lower prices. The tourism office says trade winds pick up noticeably from May through October. Expect a breezier beach and more texture on the water later in the day. Go early for snorkeling.
July and August
Expect 84 to 90°F and low to moderate rain. Family travel pushes demand up during school holidays. Sunset is at its latest around this time, at about 7:09 PM in July. Turtle hatching is also underway, since the tourism office lists hatching from May to November.
September and October
This is the quietest and often cheapest stretch. VisitAruba lists 83 to 89°F, the most rain of the year, and the lowest crowds. It also says the trade winds ease and it feels warmer and more humid. Shade matters more now, because you do not get as much help from the breeze.
November and December
Temperatures drop to 80 to 86°F, and prices climb toward the holidays. The tourism office names October through December as the rainy months, but showers are usually short and all-day rain is uncommon. Sunset is at its earliest around 6:11 PM in November. Book holiday dates early, and remember that taxis add a $5 surcharge from December 24 through January 1.
Which month is best?
- Calmest crowds and better deals: May, June, September, and October
- Coolest weather: January and February
- Least rain: Late winter and spring
- Most wind: May through August
- Longest evenings: June and July
What stays the same all year
The sun is strong in every month, and even the lowest monthly peak UV value is 10. The trade winds keep blowing. Arashi is on the protected west side, and the official description of its water is calm, shallow, and clear. Sundays bring local crowds, so go early regardless of the month.
Book the days you want
Our set at Arashi Beach works the same in every season. You get one big umbrella and two beach chairs, set up and anchored before you arrive, held under your name from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It costs $120.00 per set per day, all in. As a limited offer, day 2 is 10% off and day 3 onward is 20% off the set price. Read the Arashi Beach guide for help picking your spot.
Book your dates at least 24 hours ahead. Confirmation comes right away with a map.
Source: Aruba.com: Weather and Climate, VisitAruba: Weather by Month, NomadSeason: UV Index in Oranjestad, Gaisma: Oranjestad Sun Times, Aruba.com: Protecting Sea Turtles, VisitAruba: 2026 Taxi Rules, Aruba.com: Arashi Beach, Aruba.com: Top-Rated Snorkeling Beaches. Conditions change, so check on the day.
