Aruba is dry, sunny and windy almost every day. The packing problem is sun and wind together: the constant trade winds hide how strong the sun is, and the island bans oxybenzone sunscreen, so bring a reef-safe formula from home.
Aruba weather by month
Daily high and low (°C), and days with rainSee the numbers
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 30°C86°F | 30°C86°F | 31°C88°F | 31°C88°F | 32°C90°F | 32°C90°F | 32°C90°F | 33°C91°F | 33°C91°F | 32°C90°F | 31°C88°F | 30°C86°F |
| Low | 25°C77°F | 25°C77°F | 26°C79°F | 26°C79°F | 27°C81°F | 27°C81°F | 27°C81°F | 28°C82°F | 28°C82°F | 28°C82°F | 26°C79°F | 26°C79°F |
| Rain days | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 21 | 6 |
Season by season
Dry season
January–SeptemberVery dry. March and April average 1 rain day, May to July 2, and highs climb from 30°C (86°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in August and September. Lows stay at 25–28°C (77–82°F). Pack swimwear, a hat that ties on in the wind and reef-safe sunscreen.
What to bring to Aruba
0 of 23 packed- RAYMYLO 64 oz Insulated Water BottleWater Bottles & Hydration
With 1–2 rain days a month most of the year and highs up to 33°C (91°F), you need a big cold bottle.
- Crocs Classic ClogFootwear & Shoe Care
Clogs handle hot sand, pool decks and boat ladders.
- Nite Ize RunOff Waterproof Packing CubeBags & Luggage
Keeps your phone and cards dry on snorkel trips and windy beaches.
- Allbirds Men's Tree Dasher 2Footwear & Shoe Care
A light sneaker for Arikok's rocky trails and Oranjestad.
- Allbirds Women's Tree Dasher 2Footwear & Shoe Care
A breathable sneaker for Arikok trails and walking in town.
- Matador FlatPak Toiletry Bottles 3-PackToiletries & Personal Care
Decant your reef-safe sunscreen and toiletries into carry-on bottles.
- Bearwind S40 Portable Handheld Turbo FanTech & Power
A handheld fan helps on still afternoons away from the breeze.
Clothing
- Swimsuits · 2Lows stay at 25–28°C, so you swim daily.
- Lightweight cover-up · 1Cover up in Oranjestad shops and restaurants.
- Breathable shorts and tops · 5 sets
- Smart casual dinner outfit · 1Resort dinners are smart casual.
- Light rain layer · 1For brief showers, Oct–Dec.
Footwear
- Sandals · 1 pairFor beaches and resorts.
Gear
- Sun hat with chin strap · 1Constant trade winds take hats that don't tie on.
- Sunglasses · 1
- Snorkel mask · 1
Health and toiletries
- Reef-safe mineral sunscreenAruba banned oxybenzone sunscreen in 2020.
- Lip balm with SPFThe breeze makes the sun feel weaker than it is.
- After-sun lotion
Documents and money
- Passport
- Travel insuranceStorms are rare, though not impossible.
Tech
- Plug adapter · 1UK and Australian visitors need one; EU visitors should check.
- Waterproof phone pouch · 1
Short rainy season (October–December)
Still warm, a little wetter. October averages 10 rain days, November 21 and December 6, with highs of 30–32°C (86–90°F). Showers are usually brief. Add a light rain layer and a waterproof cube.
Is Aruba in the hurricane belt?
No. Aruba sits outside the main hurricane belt, which makes it a safer pick in late summer and fall. Storms are rare, though not impossible, so travel insurance is still sensible.
What shoes should you pack for Aruba?
Sandals and a pair of sneakers. Sandals or clogs cover beaches and resorts. Bring closed shoes for Arikok National Park, where the ground is rocky and hot.
What do people wear in Aruba?
Beachwear on the sand, casual clothes in town. Cover up in shops and restaurants in Oranjestad. Resort dinners are smart casual.
Do you need reef-safe sunscreen in Aruba?
Yes. Aruba banned oxybenzone sunscreen in 2020. Bring a mineral or oxybenzone-free formula and reapply often, since the breeze makes the sun feel weaker than it is.
What plugs does Aruba use?
Aruba uses Type A, B and F sockets at 120V (127V). US and Canadian plugs fit without an adapter. UK and Australian visitors need an adapter, and EU visitors should check, since only some sockets are Type F.
Tours and things to do in Aruba
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What should you leave at home for Aruba?
Oxybenzone sunscreen, warm clothes and loose hats. Lows never drop below 25°C (77°F), and the wind takes hats that don't tie on.
Packing for Aruba: questions people ask
What should I wear in Aruba in November?
Beachwear and a light rain layer. November averages a 31°C (88°F) high, a 26°C (79°F) low and 21 rain days, the wettest month.
Is sunscreen banned in Aruba?
Sunscreen with oxybenzone is banned since 2020. Bring a reef-safe formula.
Is Aruba windy?
Yes. Constant trade winds blow most of the year.
Does Aruba get hurricanes?
Rarely. It lies outside the main hurricane belt.
Do I need an adapter in Aruba?
Not from the US or Canada. Sockets are Type A, B and F at 120V (127V).
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