Month guide · Aruba
Aruba in November
What November is really like in Aruba: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
November is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 11.5 hours of daylight. The wettest month on average, though rain usually comes in passing showers and the sun returns quickly.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in November
November is the 9th-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 9 of its 30 days. Compared with October (32°C (90°F)), November is about as warm; by December highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 06:38
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 18:11
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Late summer (August–September). The hottest weather and warmest sea, lighter winds and some of the best hotel deals of the year.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in November
November has no major recurring festival in Aruba, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Historic site · Oranjestad
Fort Zoutman and Willem III Tower
Pair it with a walk along Main Street and the National Archaeological Museum, a few minutes away.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Architecture
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
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Aruba.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 26°C and 9 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November a good time to visit Aruba?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, January–May are better overall. Compare every month.
Aruba in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Aruba?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The wettest month on average, though rain usually comes in passing showers and the sun returns quickly.
+How warm is Aruba in November?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Aruba in November?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.