Month guide · Aruba
Aruba in March
What March is really like in Aruba: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Aruba. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Very dry and sunny; spring-break and Easter crowds keep prices high.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in March
March is the 7th-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 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 31 days. Compared with February (30°C (86°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:48
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:51
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°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, March rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
- National Anthem and Flag Day (18 March)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Beach · Palm Beach
Palm Beach
Walk to the northern end near the piers for slightly clearer water and easy access to the snorkel boats.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Kids
- Active
Nature · Arikok National Park
Fontein and Quadirikiri caves
Two limestone caves inside Arikok: Fontein Cave has Arawak drawings on its ceiling, while Quadirikiri has two chambers lit by sunlight streaming through holes in the roof and is home to small bats.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- History
- Nature
- Photo spot
Experience · Malmok and Arashi
Antilla shipwreck
Catamaran snorkel cruises from Palm Beach often combine the Antilla with Boca Catalina; morning trips usually have calmer water.
- Time needed
- Half a day by boat
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Active
- History
- Nature
Historic site · North coast
Bushiribana gold mill ruins
The stone ruins of a gold smelter built in the 1820s stand on the wild north coast, a reminder of Aruba's 19th-century gold rush.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Photo spot
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Aruba.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 25°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March 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–February and April–May. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Aruba?
It is one of the best months to visit Aruba. Very dry and sunny; spring-break and Easter crowds keep prices high.
+How warm is Aruba in March?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Aruba in March?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.