Aruba Hurricane Season: Is It Safe to Book a Beach Trip?

Aruba is one of the safer Caribbean bets during hurricane season. It sits south of the main Atlantic hurricane belt. That lowers the risk a lot, though it does not make the island immune to weather.

What the official sources say

Aruba's tourism office says the island lies south of the main hurricane belt, and that direct hurricane strikes are extremely rare. During the June to November season, the island can still feel side effects, such as lighter winds and occasional showers. Another tourism office page says regional storms may bring rain showers that usually clear quickly.

What that looks like on the beach

• Lighter wind: It can feel hotter and more humid.
• More showers: The tourism office lists October through December as the rainy months. Showers tend to be short.
• Changing conditions: Check the water when you arrive, even under sunny skies.
• Clouds: Do not skip the sunscreen. UV gets through overcast skies.

Prices and crowds

VisitAruba describes September and October as the time with the lowest crowds and best deals. Rain is at its highest for the year then, though still low. VisitAruba also lists temperatures of 83 to 89°F for those months, with trade winds easing and a warmer, more humid feel.

Water safety during storm season

Pay attention to conditions when you get to the beach. Stay inside the buoys where there are buoys, since the tourism office warns that currents can pick up quickly. Obey any no-swimming signs. Some north coast beaches and coves are closed to swimming, and currents there can sweep away even skilled swimmers. If the sea looks rough, it is a good day to stay on the sand.

What to do on a showery morning

Aruba rain usually passes quickly, so wait a little before you cancel the day. Go have a look at the lighthouse or the chapel. Then check the sky again. Keep a light rain shell and a dry bag in your beach bag so your phone and wallet are protected.

How to plan a trip during hurricane season

• Watch the National Hurricane Center forecast in the days before your flight.
• Consider travel insurance if the trip is costly. Read the weather terms.
• Remember that your connecting airport may be in the storm's path even if Aruba is not.
• Keep your first beach day flexible, in case of a delay.
• Check the terms of any reservation before you book.

Why book at the north end in the slower months?

Arashi is on the protected west side of the island. Quieter months also mean fewer people on the sand, which is a real plus on any beach. The official description of Arashi is calm, shallow, clear water. Read more in our Arashi Beach guide.

Our sets during the season

Each set is one big umbrella and two beach chairs, set up and anchored before you arrive. It is held under your name from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and you can leave and come back. The price is $120.00 per set per day, all in. As a limited offer, day 2 is 10% off and day 3 onward is 20% off the set price, so a longer stay in the slow season goes further.

Weather questions? Our FAQ covers how bookings work. When you are ready, book your set at least 24 hours ahead and you will get confirmation right away with a map.

Source: Aruba.com: Weather and Climate, Aruba.com: Is Aruba Safe, VisitAruba: Weather by Month, VisitAruba: Tanning Advice, Aruba.com: Arashi Beach. Conditions change, so check on the day.