Oranjestad, Aruba: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Oranjestad, Aruba? If you're planning to go to Oranjestad, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Oranjestad
- Important essentials for Oranjestad
- Activities for Oranjestad
- Oranjestad in January: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in February: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in March: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in April: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in May: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in June: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in July: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in August: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in September: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in October: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in November: weather and what to pack
- Oranjestad in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Oranjestad, Aruba
Based on the climate and weather in Oranjestad, the best time to go is May. See below for details.
Important essentials for Oranjestad, Aruba
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Oranjestad, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly product.
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a good choice.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and F. This one is sufficent for most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
For families with young children
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Airplane or car necessities
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Oranjestad. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
Activities for Oranjestad, Aruba
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Oranjestad.
If you see Fort Zoutman/Historical Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Comfy walking shoes
We also recommend these top tours in and around Oranjestad.
What to wear/what to pack for Oranjestad, Aruba by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you vacation in Oranjestad during January, you may find that it is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
February
Traveling to Oranjestad in February, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
Bug repellent
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
March
If you vacation in Oranjestad during March, you are likely to see that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
April
If you visit Oranjestad during April, you will probably notice that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Loose-fit shorts
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
May
If you are traveling to Oranjestad in May, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Bug repellent
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
June
If you go to Oranjestad in June, you will notice that it is consistently hot and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Bug repellent
If you're going to the beach
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
July
Traveling to Oranjestad in July, you will notice that it can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Loose-fit shorts
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These can be essential in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
August
If you vacation in Oranjestad during August, you might find that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally around 70 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Skirts
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
September
If you are traveling to Oranjestad in September, you will notice that it is really hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
Rain pants
These can be essential in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
October
If you are traveling to Oranjestad in October, you will notice that it is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Skirts
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
November
If you are traveling to Oranjestad in November, you will notice that it can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
If you're going to the beach
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
December
In December, Oranjestad is extremely warm and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Oranjestad, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In December, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
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