Aruba Travel Guide
Aruba travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Aruba is a country in North America. Aruba is a country in North America with its capital at Oranjestad. It has a population of about 107.000. The capital is Oranjestad.
Right now it is 85°F (29°C) in Aruba with overcast. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 83°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 41%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Aruba is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December. The climate is hot and arid. July, October and November tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 78°F.
Nearby highlights include Aruba and Eagle Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 90°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Aruba today at 7.7/10. Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Aruba
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 12°31′26.4″N 70°1′37.2″W (12.524, -70.027)
Weather in Aruba right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:45 PM, Oct 4 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 89° / 83°
Thunderstorm · 41% rain · wind 19 mph
🌦️ 90° / 82°
Light drizzle · 55% rain · wind 15 mph
Quick facts about Aruba
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 12°31′26.4″N 70°1′37.2″W (12.524, -70.027) |
| Capital | Oranjestad |
| Population | 107.000 |
| Area | 69 sq mi |
| ISO code | AW |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | ABW |
| Currency | Aruban florin (AWG) |
| Languages | Dutch, Papiamento |
| Calling code | +297 |
| Time zone | America/Aruba |
| Local time | 10:45 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Things to do in Aruba
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Aruba.
Best time to visit Aruba
Go in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: July, October and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, October and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
Islands in Aruba
1 islands mapped in this atlas
Beaches in Aruba
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Explore Aruba
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Aruba?
Aruba is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 12.524, -70.027. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Aruba right now?
It is currently 85°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 19 mph.
When is the best time to visit Aruba?
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Aruba, which has a hot and arid climate. July, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Aruba in?
Aruba observes America/Aruba (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:45 PM.
How many people live in Aruba?
Aruba has a population of approximately 107.000.
What are the top things to do in Aruba?
Popular options include Aruba and Eagle Beach.
What places are in Aruba?
Aruba covers 2 places in this atlas, including Aruba and Eagle Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 10:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
