Aruba Weather in December 2026: what to expect (5.0/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

December falls in the wet season in Aruba. Showers are often brief but intense. With 60.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

December ranks 11 out of 12 months in Aruba. Compared to November: 5 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

7 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

very humid

22°

Sea

28°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

11.3h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 28

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Aruba is March (8.3/10), 3.3 pts higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Aruba is part of the ABC islands (Aruba-Bonaire-Curaçao): 32 km long, 110,000 inhabitants, autonomous Dutch dependency, outside the hurricane zone (southern Caribbean). February-March are my favourite months (8.6/10): 25-29°C, 34-38% rain, steady trade winds, sea at 27°C.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Aruba

🗣️LanguageDutch

💶CurrencyFlorin arubais (ƒ)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical

📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.38°C/decade

🔥Hottest monthSeptember · 32°C

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 65%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr

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Location

Where is Aruba ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Aruba

Tropical climate with a 8.3 → 4.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

12.51°N · 69.97°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Aruba?

March is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 25.0°C lows, 7.9h of sunshine and 34.0% rainy days. The months of March & February offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Aruba get in March?

Aruba averages 7.9 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.

What is the rainiest month in Aruba?

November is the most unfavourable month with November has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Aruba in March?

In March, overnight lows reach 25.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.

Is Aruba good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Aruba scores 6.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 7.8/10.

When should you avoid Aruba?

November is the most difficult month to visit Aruba, with November has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Can you swim in Aruba in December?

In December, the sea averages 28°C in Aruba: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Aruba in December?

The average UV index reaches 7 in December in Aruba (high), with about 11.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.