The month in detail
What to expect in November
In November, Bonaire sees 29°C during the day with 6.1h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 36% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
November ranks 12 out of 12 months in Bonaire. Compared to October: 11 pts more rainy days, −0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in November
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
24°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is November the right month?
The best month in Bonaire is March (8.8/10), 3.4 pts higher than November.
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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 · Caribbean Netherlands
🗣️LanguageDutch
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.18°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthSeptember · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 36%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Other destinations in November
If November doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
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Location
Where is Bonaire ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Caribbean NetherlandsTropical climate with a 8.8 → 5.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
12.14°N · 68.26°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bonaire?
March is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 25.0°C lows, 7.7h of sunshine and 15.0% rainy days. The months of March & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Bonaire get in March?
Bonaire averages 7.7 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Bonaire?
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 Bonaire in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 25.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Bonaire good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Bonaire scores 7.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.4/10.
When should you avoid Bonaire?
November is the most difficult month to visit Bonaire, 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 Bonaire in November?
In November, the sea averages 30°C in Bonaire: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Bonaire in November?
The average UV index reaches 7 in November in Bonaire (high), with about 11.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.