Month guide · Aruba
Aruba in September
What September is really like in Aruba: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
September is a good-value shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 27°C (81°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Hot with the warmest sea of the year and some of the lowest hotel rates.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 27°C (81°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 2nd-warmest month in Aruba: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 27°C (81°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 30 days. Compared with August (33°C (91°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:29
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:41
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°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, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Aruba, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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
Nature · Arikok National Park
Conchi natural pool
A ring of volcanic rock on the rugged east coast shelters a calm pool from the Atlantic waves that crash over its rim.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours including the drive
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
Nature · Arikok National Park
Fontein and Quadirikiri caves
Visit Quadirikiri late in the morning, when light beams through the roof openings are strongest.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- History
- Nature
- Photo spot
Beach · San Nicolas
Baby Beach
A shallow, almost enclosed lagoon at the island's southeastern tip, Baby Beach has waist-deep turquoise water ideal for small children.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Kids
- Free
- Outdoors
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Aruba.
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 27°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Aruba?
A good-value shoulder-season month. If your dates are flexible, January–May are better overall. Compare every month.
Aruba in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Aruba?
It is a good-value shoulder-season month. Hot with the warmest sea of the year and some of the lowest hotel rates.
+How warm is Aruba in September?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 27°C (81°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Aruba in September?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.