Which is the hottest month in Aruba?

The hottest time of year in Oranjestad, Aruba is normally September. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 33°C with very high heat and humidity.

Best time to visit Aruba

Q: When is the best time to visit Aruba?

The best time to visit Aruba (Oranjestad) is January based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Aruba?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Oranjestad, Aruba with 136mm on average. There are normally 9 days in October with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Aruba?

The sunniest time of year in Oranjestad, Aruba is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 75% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Aruba?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Oranjestad, Aruba in September when the water temperature reaches 28°C.

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When is the best time to visit Aruba?

The best time to visit Aruba (Oranjestad) is January based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

88
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90
Feb
90
Mar
90
Apr
90
May
91
Jun
91
Jul
91
Aug
91
Sep
91
Oct
90
Nov
90
Dec

Hours of Sunshine (daily)

8
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8
Mar
8
Apr
8
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9
Jun
10
Jul
9
Aug
9
Sep
8
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The weather guide for Aruba, represented by Oranjestad, (Oranjestad) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Flight time^✝	12 hours
Time difference	UK -4 hours
Language(s)	Papiamento, Dutch, English
Currency	Aruban Florin
Electricity	A + B + F plug (120V)
Driving side	Right

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Which month has the most rain in Aruba?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Oranjestad, Aruba with 0.0 inches on average. There are normally no days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Aruba?

The sunniest time of year in Oranjestad, Aruba is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 0% of daylight hours; that's 0 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Aruba?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Oranjestad, Aruba in January when the water temperature reaches 32°F.

What is the flight time to Aruba from the UK?

The flight time to Aruba from the UK is typically 12 hours.

What is the time difference between Aruba and the UK?

The time difference between Aruba and the UK is UK time-4 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Aruba?

The main languages spoken in Aruba are Papiamento, Dutch and English.

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What is the currency in Aruba?

The currency in Aruba is the Aruban Florin (AWG).

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Which plugs are used in Aruba?

Aruba uses electrical plug type A + B + F (120 Volts).

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