The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Aruba sees 28°C during the day with 7.1h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 35% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 3 out of 12 months in Aruba. Compared to December: +0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Aruba is March (8.9/10), 0.7 pt higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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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 ⓘJanuary · 35%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Aruba ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ArubaTropical climate with a 8.9 → 5.3 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 6.0% 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 8.7/10.
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 7.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.7/10.
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 January?
In January, the sea averages 27°C in Aruba: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Aruba in January?
The average UV index reaches 7 in January in Aruba (high), with about 11.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.