Average high temperature and rainfall for Aruba in August. © Scott S. Bateman

Aruba in August is almost as hot with the weather as it is with the tourists.

Anyone who knows Aruba may wonder why August is different from any other time of the year.

August is one of the most popular times of the year to visit this arid island off the coast of Venezuela. It’s also one of the hottest times of the year.

Aruba Temperatures in August

Aruba temperatures in August have an average high of about 90 degrees Fahrenheit or nearly 33 degrees Celsius, according to the Aruba Meteorological Department.

The island gets hot enough that beach sand may feel painful on bare feet. Interior excursions may also feel uncomfortably hot, especially in the afternoons. But the seawater feels warm, pleasant and sometimes balmy.

The average high temperature in August is consistent with the rest of the year, with the range from 86 degrees Fahrenheit or 30 Celsius in January to 90 degrees Fahrenheit or 32 Celsius for most of June through November.

Average Rainfall: Barely Any

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It’s not just the warm temperatures that make Aruba one of the most popular islands to visit in the Caribbean. It’s also the lack of rain, which can spoil a Caribbean vacation.

Aruba historically averages only about one inch of rain in August, according to the Aruba Meteorological Department. It is the same for September and every prior month going back to January.

Average rainfall climbs to three inches per month during the island’s mild rainy season from October through December.

Cloud cover in August averages about 46 percent.

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Tourism: A Popular Time to Go

The weather in Aruba is fairly consistent throughout the year, but tourism is not nearly so consistent.

August is the second most popular time of the year for tourists after December.

The island averages more than 1 million hotel visitors a year, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization. Nearly 600,000 more visit by cruise. August and December are the only months when the total exceeds 100,000 people.

Anyone planning a vacation to Aruba who wants fewer crowds should consider going in May, which is the low point for tourism during the year. February and June are two other low points.

Major Events

Three major events take place during August for visitors who want to mix up time on the beach with other things to do.

The Aruba International Regatta occurs in mid August. During the day, this sailing event has competitions for international yachts, Sunfish, catamarans and windsurfers. At night, the event offers music, parties and dinners.

In late August, professional and amateur golfers alike team up at the annual Aruba International Pro-Am Golf Tournament. The 36-hole tournament at the Tierra Del Sol Golf Club has prizes, gifts and special events.

Palo Marga International Raceway Park in San Nicolas has an international drag race in late August. The park draws about 30,000 annual visitors and 4,500 participants to monthly races over 1/4 and 1/8 mile courses.

Price Tips: Flights, Cruises, Hotels

Airline tickets to Aruba in August and throughout the year are almost as consistent as the weather.

As always, buy airline tickets in advance to avoid last-minute price hikes.

An informal review of cruise prices shows that a southern Caribbean cruise in August to Aruba has lower prices than May through July.

Hotel prices are usually higher in August than July or September because of the higher demand during the month.