AI-generatedOranjestad at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Jun
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,930 h
- Rain a year
- 770 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 43 m
Climate in Oranjestad
Oranjestad has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year, Oranjestad is sunny; March is the sunniest month with 8.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Oranjestad weather: today and the next 14 days
- Today 30° / 29°
- 17 % chance of rain
- 11.7 h of sunshine
- UV index 8
Sea now29.4 °Cabout as usual for October · waves up to 0.9 m
Today's high is 1 °C cooler than usual for October.
The next seven days bring a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs range from 29° to 30°, nights from 26° to 29°. Rain is most likely on these days: tomorrow, Sat 10 Oct, Sun 11 Oct.
Worth knowing in the next 7 days
- Thunderstorms: Sat 10 Oct, Sun 11 Oct
Picked from the forecast; these are not official weather warnings. On site, follow the warnings of the local authorities.
- TodayBeach dayIdeal for the beach and a swim.30° · 17 % rain · wind 29 km/h · sea 29°
- TomorrowChangeable dayChangeable weather – keep plans flexible.29° · 55 % rain · wind 28 km/h
Best times in the next 24 hours
- Beach & swimmingtomorrow 07:00–10:00
- Sightseeing & walkstomorrow 07:00–10:00
- Dinner outsideNo good window
From the hourly forecast: dry and pleasant; for the beach also sunny, at least 23 °C, a sea of 21 °C or more and waves under 1.5 m.
The next 24 hours
- Now: Sunny, 29°, 2 % chance of rain
- 00:00: Sunny, 29°, 1 % chance of rain
- 01:00: Sunny, 29°, 0 % chance of rain
- 02:00: Sunny, 29°, 0 % chance of rain
- 03:00: Sunny, 29°, 0 % chance of rain
- 04:00: Sunny, 29°, 1 % chance of rain
- 05:00: Sunny, 29°, 2 % chance of rain
- 06:00: Sunny, 29°, 3 % chance of rain
- 06:03Sunrise
- 07:00: Sunny, 29°, 5 % chance of rain
- 08:00: Sunny, 29°, 6 % chance of rain
- 09:00: Sunny, 29°, 6 % chance of rain
- 10:00: Drizzle, 29°, 7 % chance of rain
- 11:00: Drizzle, 29°, 10 % chance of rain
- 12:00: Drizzle, 29°, 20 % chance of rain
- 13:00: Drizzle, 29°, 34 % chance of rain
- 14:00: Drizzle, 29°, 43 % chance of rain
- 15:00: Drizzle, 29°, 44 % chance of rain
- 16:00: Drizzle, 29°, 40 % chance of rain
- 17:00: Drizzle, 29°, 37 % chance of rain
- 17:54Sunset
- 18:00: Drizzle, 28°, 35 % chance of rain
- 19:00: Drizzle, 28°, 34 % chance of rain
- 20:00: Sunny, 28°, 35 % chance of rain
- 21:00: Sunny, 29°, 40 % chance of rain
- 22:00: Sunny, 29°, 48 % chance of rain
- Today8 OctCloudy30°usually 31°29°17 %98
- Tomorrow9 OctDrizzle29°usually 31°28°55 %82
- Sat10 OctThunderstorms29°usually 31°26°84 %80
- Sun11 OctThunderstorms30°usually 31°26°61 %80
- Mon12 OctDrizzle29°usually 31°27°21 %97
- Tue13 OctDrizzle29°usually 31°27°22 %96
- Wed14 OctDrizzle30°usually 31°27°24 %93
- Thu15 OctDrizzle29°usually 31°26°22 %96
- Fri16 OctShowers28°usually 31°25°29 %93
- Sat17 OctDrizzle27°usually 31°24°43 %87
- Sun18 OctDrizzle28°usually 31°26°37 %90
- Mon19 OctSunny29°usually 31°27°29 %93
- Tue20 OctSunny30°usually 31°28°25 %95
- Wed21 OctSunny30°usually 31°28°37 %90
Usual daytime high for the time of year
Best days for a holiday: Today, Mon 12 Oct, Tue 13 Oct
- Beach days: today, Mon 12 Oct, Tue 13 Oct, Wed 14 Oct +4 more
- Good days out: Sat 17 Oct, Sun 18 Oct
Over the next two weeks, days will be 2 °C cooler on average than usual for the time of year.
The weekend in Oranjestad
- Sat 10 OctRainy dayTime for museums, cafés and a spa.29° · 84 % rain · wind 28 km/h
- Sun 11 OctRainy dayTime for museums, cafés and a spa.30° · 61 % rain · wind 29 km/h
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), rounded by us and refreshed every 30 minutes. Compared with the climate averages 1996–2025. Sources & licences
Best time to visit Oranjestad
The best time to visit Oranjestad is from December to June. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from December to June. The rainy season is from September to November; the wettest month is October with 134 mm.
Oranjestad through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Oranjestad in the dry season
Dec – Aug
Excellent
- 29–32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 95 rainy days in all
Oranjestad in the rainy season
Sep – Nov
Good
- 30–32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 49 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Dec – Jun
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Sep – 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
Good
Best time to visit: December – June
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
06:0417:51
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 05:51–06:33 · evening 17:22–18:04
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:43–05:51 · evening 18:04–18:13
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 Oranjestad compared with home
Loading the climate at home …
Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 31° from start to end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 25° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Oranjestad in October?
In October, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 7.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 18 days, totalling 134 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 46 min06:04 – 17:51
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 27 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 56 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %94 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %80 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %2 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Oranjestad
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
March has the better holiday weather in Oranjestad: score 95 against 74. In March, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in March. March has 12 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in March.
| Month | October | March |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 23° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 26.4° |
| Sunshine | 7.8 h | 8.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 18 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 134 mm | 19 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 27better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Oranjestad month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
90January29° · Sea 27° · 8.1 h
In January, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 27 mm in total. 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, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in January93February29° · Sea 26° · 8.2 h
In February, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 23 mm. 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, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in February95March30° · Sea 26° · 8.6 h
In March, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 19 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 30 km/h. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in March92April30° · Sea 27° · 8.5 h
In April, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 34 mm. On about 22 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, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in April84May31° · Sea 28° · 7.6 h
In May, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 57 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 29 km/h. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in May85June32° · Sea 28° · 7.9 h
In June, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 49 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. 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, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in June79July32° · Sea 28° · 7.9 h
In July, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 75 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. 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, July is a good month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in July76August32° · Sea 29° · 8.4 h
In August, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 93 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. 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, August is a good month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in August75September32° · Sea 29° · 7.9 h
In September, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 32 °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 7.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 112 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in September74October31° · Sea 29° · 7.8 h
In October, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 7.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 18 days, totalling 134 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in October81November30° · Sea 29° · 7.7 h
In November, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 15 days, totalling 103 mm. On about 23 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 28 km/h. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in November86December30° · Sea 28° · 7.8 h
In December, Oranjestad is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 46 mm in total. 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 31 km/h. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Oranjestad.
Oranjestad in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Oranjestad
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- 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 (23°), the warmest in August (26°). 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 352 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 | 90 | 29° | 23° | 26.8° | 8.1 h | 9 | 27 |
| FebruaryFeb | 93 | 29° | 23° | 26.4° | 8.2 h | 7 | 23 |
| MarchMar | 95 | 30° | 23° | 26.4° | 8.6 h | 6 | 19 |
| AprilApr | 92 | 30° | 24° | 27.0° | 8.5 h | 9 | 34 |
| MayMay | 84 | 31° | 25° | 27.6° | 7.6 h | 12 | 57 |
| JuneJun | 85 | 32° | 26° | 28.1° | 7.9 h | 11 | 49 |
| JulyJul | 79 | 32° | 26° | 28.3° | 7.9 h | 14 | 75 |
| AugustAug | 76 | 32° | 26° | 28.8° | 8.4 h | 17 | 93 |
| SeptemberSep | 75 | 32° | 26° | 29.1° | 7.9 h | 17 | 112 |
| OctoberOct | 74 | 31° | 26° | 29.1° | 7.8 h | 18 | 134 |
| NovemberNov | 81 | 30° | 25° | 28.5° | 7.7 h | 15 | 103 |
| DecemberDec | 86 | 30° | 24° | 27.6° | 7.8 h | 11 | 46 |
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 in Oranjestad
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
- about as usual for October
- about the same as a week ago
- In a week: around 29.5 °C
- 1 Oct: 29.6 °C
- 2 Oct: 29.5 °C
- 3 Oct: 29.5 °C
- 4 Oct: 29.5 °C
- 5 Oct: 29.4 °C
- 6 Oct: 29.3 °C
- 7 Oct: 29.4 °C
- 8 Oct: 29.4 °C
- 9 Oct: 29.4 °C
- 10 Oct: 29.4 °C
- 11 Oct: 29.4 °C
- 12 Oct: 29.5 °C
- 13 Oct: 29.5 °C
- 14 Oct: 29.5 °C
Daily means from the Open-Meteo marine model (CC BY 4.0), refreshed every 30 minutes; not a measurement at the beach. Generated using E.U. Copernicus Marine Service Information (Météo-France).
Wind & waves this week
Highest wind, gusts and waves per day, with a rough guide for water sports.
- Today8 Oct29 km/hgusts 370.9 m
- Tomorrow9 Oct28 km/hgusts 360.9 m
- Sat10 Oct28 km/hgusts 430.8 m
- Sun11 Oct29 km/hgusts 390.9 m
- Mon12 Oct27 km/hgusts 350.8 m
- Tue13 Oct22 km/hgusts 310.8 m
- Wed14 Oct22 km/hgusts 310.8 m
- Steady strong wind: kitesurfing and windsurfing
Rough guide from the forecast; always check local conditions and flags on the beach. Waves: Open-Meteo marine model (CC BY 4.0) with wave models of DWD, Météo-France, ECMWF and NOAA.
8 in 10 years: 28.6 – 29.6 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Oranjestad ranges from 26.4 °C in February to 29.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.8 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.8° | 26.3° | 27.3° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.4° | 25.7° | 27.0° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.4° | 25.9° | 27.0° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.0° | 26.4° | 27.7° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.6° | 27.2° | 28.3° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.1° | 27.5° | 28.7° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.3° | 27.7° | 28.9° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.1° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.6° | 29.6° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.5° | 28.1° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.6° | 27.1° | 28.0° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Oranjestad
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 7.8 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Oranjestad, 66 % 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 in Oranjestad: 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, Oranjestad has about 18 rainy days with 134 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Oranjestad
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- UV today
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 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 and clouds in Oranjestad
How breezy and how cloudy Oranjestad 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 Oranjestad typically peaks at 27 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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 56 % of the sky over Oranjestad: variable cloud, with about 7.8 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 and humidity in Oranjestad
How often the day gets hot in Oranjestad (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, Oranjestad has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °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 Oranjestad
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Oranjestad 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.
Oranjestad has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 93) and its weakest during October half-term (score 74).
- 93
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 84
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 77
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 74
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 88
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 25 min
- Distance
- 6,600 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.
Storm season
Oranjestad lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Oranjestad compared
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Oranjestad vs The Bottom
In October the holiday weather in Oranjestad and The Bottom is about equally good (score 74 vs 77). During the day The Bottom is 1 °C cooler than Oranjestad. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Oranjestad | The Bottom |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 77 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 18 | 18 |
| Best time | Dec – Jun | Dec – Jul |
Through the year
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- The Bottom30°29°77
- 2OranjestadThis page31°29°74
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Frequently asked questions about Oranjestad
When is the best time to visit Oranjestad?
The best time to visit Oranjestad is from December to June. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Oranjestad?
The sea temperature in Oranjestad ranges from 26.4 °C in February to 29.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Oranjestad in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Oranjestad?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Oranjestad?
The rainy season is from September to November; the wettest month is October with 134 mm. The driest month is March with 19 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Oranjestad get?
Oranjestad gets around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 8.6 hours a day; in May there are 7.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Oranjestad in?
Oranjestad is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Oranjestad?
A nonstop flight from London to Oranjestad takes about 8 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,600 km.
When is hurricane season in Oranjestad?
Oranjestad lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Oranjestad?
Oranjestad has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 93) and its weakest during October half-term (score 74). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 93, May half-term 84, summer holidays 77, October half-term 74, Christmas holidays 88.