Month guide · Aruba
Aruba in April
What April is really like in Aruba: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Misty Johnson, CC BY 2.0
Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Aruba. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Still dry and breezy; prices start to ease after Easter.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the 8th-warmest month in Aruba: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 30 days. Compared with March (31°C (88°F)), April is about as warm; by May highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 06:28
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 18:52
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Winter high season (December–April). Sunny, dry and breezy with highs around 30°C, Carnival in January–February and the highest hotel rates of the year.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
- King's Day celebrations (27 April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Museum · Oranjestad
National Archaeological Museum Aruba
Housed in restored early-20th-century buildings in central Oranjestad, the museum traces thousands of years of Indigenous Caquetío and earlier history on the island, with pottery, tools and burial finds.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
Garden · Palm Beach
Butterfly Farm
Go in the morning, when butterflies are most active; wearing bright colours attracts them.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Photo spot
Neighbourhood · San Nicolas
San Nicolas street art
Large murals by local and international artists cover the walls of San Nicolas, many painted during the town's annual art festival.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Photo spot
Nature · Northeast coast
Arikok National Park
Go early in the morning with plenty of water; there is very little shade and the midday sun is fierce.
- Time needed
- Half a day to a full day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Active
- Photo spot
- Iconic
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Aruba.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 26°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Aruba?
One of the best months to visit Aruba, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are January–March and May. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Aruba?
It is one of the best months to visit Aruba. Still dry and breezy; prices start to ease after Easter.
+How warm is Aruba in April?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Aruba in April?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.