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Aruba Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Aruba in December.

Are you planning a trip a to Aruba in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Aruba in December

December in Aruba generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Palm-Eagle Beach.

For specific regional insights in Aruba, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 75 mm (3 in) in Palm-Eagle Beach.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Aruba - and find the best time to visit. (based on Palm-Eagle Beach)

Best Places to Visit in Aruba in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Aruba

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Aruba?

Temperature range in Aruba (December)

Precipitation variation in Aruba (December)

Palm-Eagle Beach

In December Palm-Eagle Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Noord

In December Noord generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Oranjestad

In December Oranjestad generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
75 mm (3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Savaneta

In December Savaneta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Pos Chiquito

In December Pos Chiquito generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Aruba December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Aruba in our climate database (1991 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Aruba dropped to 18°C (64°F) in Noord on December 1, 2013.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Aruba in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Palm-Eagle Beach 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Noord 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Oranjestad 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Savaneta 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Pos Chiquito 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Eagle Beach 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Aruba weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Aruba in December?

Expect excellent weather across Aruba in December. The popular destination of Palm-Eagle Beach averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Aruba in December?

Palm-Eagle Beach averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Aruba get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Palm-Eagle Beach averages just 75 mm (3 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Aruba.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Aruba?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Aruba with overall excellent weather in Palm-Eagle Beach. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Aruba is in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December with generally excellent weather in Palm-Eagle Beach. On the other hand, the weather in October tends to be mixed.

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