AI-generatedKralendijk at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – May
- Warmest month
- Sep · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Oct · 29.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,900 h
- Rain a year
- 700 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 4 m
Climate in Kralendijk
Kralendijk has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. September is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 2,900 hours of sunshine a year, Kralendijk is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 8.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kralendijk
The best time to visit Kralendijk is from January to May. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from January to June. The rainy season is from October to November; the wettest month is November with 138 mm.
Kralendijk through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kralendijk in the dry season
Dec – Sep
Good
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 102 rainy days in all
Kralendijk in the rainy season
Oct – Nov
Fair
- 29–30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – Jun
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: January – May
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 30°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
06:2218:15
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:09–06:51 · evening 17:47–18:28
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:01–06:09 · evening 18:28–18:36
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Kralendijk compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The days get 0.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 26° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.7 h |
What is the weather like in Kralendijk in October?
In October, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 121 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 53 min06:22 – 18:15
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 29 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 64 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 20 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %59 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %65 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Kralendijk
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Kralendijk: score 84 against 42. In February, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in February. February has 13 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 42 | 84better |
| Daytime high | 30° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 25° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 26.7° |
| Sunshine | 6.9 h | 8.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 19 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 121 mm | 19 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 28better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kralendijk month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
74January28° · Sea 27° · 8.0 h
In January, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 39 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in January84February28° · Sea 27° · 8.2 h
In February, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 19 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in February84March29° · Sea 27° · 8.2 h
In March, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 14 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in March77April30° · Sea 27° · 7.9 h
In April, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 28 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in April69May30° · Sea 28° · 8.1 h
In May, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 34 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in May62June30° · Sea 28° · 8.5 h
In June, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 51 mm in total. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in June60July30° · Sea 28° · 8.7 h
In July, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 55 mm in total. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in July57August31° · Sea 29° · 8.5 h
In August, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 52 mm in total. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in August51September31° · Sea 29° · 7.9 h
In September, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 69 mm in total. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in September42October30° · Sea 29° · 6.9 h
In October, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 121 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in October48November29° · Sea 29° · 6.9 h
In November, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 138 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in November58December29° · Sea 28° · 7.5 h
In December, Kralendijk is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 80 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Kralendijk.
Kralendijk in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Kralendijk
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 26°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (25°), the warmest in September (27°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 74 | 28° | 25° | 27.0° | 8.0 h | 11 | 39 |
| FebruaryFeb | 84 | 28° | 25° | 26.7° | 8.2 h | 6 | 19 |
| MarchMar | 84 | 29° | 25° | 26.6° | 8.2 h | 5 | 14 |
| AprilApr | 77 | 30° | 26° | 26.9° | 7.9 h | 5 | 28 |
| MayMay | 69 | 30° | 26° | 27.5° | 8.1 h | 7 | 34 |
| JuneJun | 62 | 30° | 26° | 27.8° | 8.5 h | 12 | 51 |
| JulyJul | 60 | 30° | 26° | 27.9° | 8.7 h | 13 | 55 |
| AugustAug | 57 | 31° | 26° | 28.5° | 8.5 h | 12 | 52 |
| SeptemberSep | 51 | 31° | 27° | 29.0° | 7.9 h | 14 | 69 |
| OctoberOct | 42 | 30° | 26° | 29.1° | 6.9 h | 19 | 121 |
| NovemberNov | 48 | 29° | 26° | 28.7° | 6.9 h | 20 | 138 |
| DecemberDec | 58 | 29° | 25° | 27.8° | 7.5 h | 16 | 80 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Kralendijk
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.3 – 29.6 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kralendijk ranges from 26.6 °C in March to 29.1 °C in October. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in October, while the air already peaks in September. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in October, eight out of ten years were between 28.3 and 29.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.0° | 26.5° | 27.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.7° | 26.0° | 27.3° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.6° | 25.9° | 27.2° | warm |
| AprilApr | 26.9° | 26.4° | 27.5° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.1° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.8° | 27.2° | 28.4° | warm |
| JulyJul | 27.9° | 27.3° | 28.6° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.5° | 27.9° | 29.0° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.7° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.3° | 29.6° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.7° | 28.2° | 29.2° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.2° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Kralendijk
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.9 of 11.9 hours of daylight in Kralendijk, 58 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Kralendijk: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Kralendijk has about 19 rainy days with 121 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Kralendijk
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Kralendijk
How breezy and how cloudy Kralendijk is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Kralendijk typically peaks at 29 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 64 % of the sky over Kralendijk: variable cloud, with about 6.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Kralendijk
How often the day gets hot in Kralendijk (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Kralendijk has about 20 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Kralendijk
Weather for your travel dates
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Kralendijk in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Kralendijk has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 79) and its weakest during October half-term (score 42).
- 79
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 68
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 58
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
- 42
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 66
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 25 min
- Distance
- 7,420 km
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (5 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Caribbean Netherlands
- Currency
- US Dollar (USD)
- Languages
- Dutch, English
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +599
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Kralendijk vs Curaçao (Willemstad)
In October the holiday weather in Kralendijk and Curaçao (Willemstad) is about equally good (score 42 vs 45). During the day it is about as warm in Curaçao (Willemstad) as in Kralendijk. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Kralendijk | Curaçao (Willemstad) |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 42 | 45 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 19 | 21 |
| Best time | Jan – May | Jan – Sep |
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In October, Kralendijk ranks 3 of 3 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Kralendijk
When is the best time to visit Kralendijk?
The best time to visit Kralendijk is from January to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Kralendijk?
The sea temperature in Kralendijk ranges from 26.6 °C in March to 29.1 °C in October. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Kralendijk in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Kralendijk?
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 27 °C. January is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Kralendijk?
The rainy season is from October to November; the wettest month is November with 138 mm. The driest month is March with 14 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kralendijk get?
Kralendijk gets around 2,900 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 8.7 hours a day; in October there are 6.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Kralendijk in?
Kralendijk is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Kralendijk?
A nonstop flight from London to Kralendijk takes about 9 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,420 km.
Which school holidays are best for Kralendijk?
Kralendijk has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 79) and its weakest during October half-term (score 42). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 79, May half-term 68, summer holidays 58, October half-term 42, Christmas holidays 66.