The month in detail
What to expect in March
March is peak dry season in Aruba. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (6% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
March is the best month of the year in Aruba. Compared to February: 10 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is March the right month?
March is actually the best month of the year in Aruba. Good timing.
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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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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 March?
In March, the sea averages 27°C in Aruba: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Aruba in March?
The average UV index reaches 9 in March in Aruba (very high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Protection essential.