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*Arubalisa* · 02-24-2011, 05:40 PM

teresafincher · 03-04-2011, 03:14 PM

we have visited the island about 4 times but have always been there in the fall, oct and later. we are arriving in may this year and was wondering from past travelers what the weather is normally like and can we count on the trade winds to keep us comfortable during that time?

*Arubalisa* · 03-04-2011, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by teresafincher

we have visited the island about 4 times but have always been there in the fall, oct and later. we are arriving in may this year and was wondering from past travelers what the weather is normally like and can we count on the trade winds to keep us comfortable during that time?

Tradewinds will be fine.

May weather
Average high temperature 89 F.
Average low temperature 79 F.
Average temperature 83 F.
Average water temperature 81 F.
Average wind speed 19 mph
Average maximum wind speed 35 mph
Average rainfall .54 inches (16.1 inches annual)

The fall months September and on tend to have lighter tradewinds, 13 - 15 mph.

hatteras · 03-04-2011, 04:49 PM

We just got home from Aruba on Monday. We had a lot of showers and some days were more windy than normal, causing some large waves at Eagle Beach and a lot of white caps. There was early morning rain most mornings, but we had a few downpours several afternoons, that lasted for quite a while. Our last day was last Sunday, and that was a complete wash out. There were some very heavy downpours, mixed in with steady light rain. On most days, the sun would shine brightly after the showers.

*Andrea J.* · 03-04-2011, 06:59 PM

no trying to figure out mother nature is there??

kal0721 · 04-03-2011, 07:07 PM

How has the weather been the last month or so? Still raining more than normal? I hope it is hot and sunny in a month, of course anything is better than 38, with sleet, snow, rain, and even thunder. I am so much looking forward to this vacation.

kathy

MARK68 · 04-03-2011, 07:54 PM

The weather has been better but still have some days with some rain fall but for short periods and mostly late at night.

hockeymom · 04-05-2011, 09:02 AM

Got back last night. Weather was great. The 7 days we were there - No Rain!!! Don't watch the weather reports online. It will drive you crazy. Last time we checked before we left, it said Mon-Thursday morning showers - didn't see rain once!! They were right when they said windy at the end of the week though. More wind, but still able to sit on the beach with no problem. Just had to hold onto your drink at the bar!!

*Arubalisa* · 04-10-2011, 11:39 AM

"Rainfall Outlook for the Second Quarter of 2011

Sea Surface Temperatures (SST) in the tropical Pacific Ocean have increased to near average values (weakening La Niña conditions) through the first quarter of 2011. In the tropical Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, the sea surface temperatures on the other hand have decreased and but are still slightly above average levels. Both of these conditions will lead to average or slightly above rainfall for both the ABC and the SSS islands during the second quarter of 2011 (April, May and June).

Last updated: March 30, 2011."

Cple · 04-10-2011, 01:20 PM

We got home Tuesday evening 4/5/11. We had one small shower on the 23rd of March. Our first day on the island. We never saw rain again. It was a bit windier than usual, but the weather was great.

02-24-2011, 05:40 PM	#21 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,685 Images: 174	A little bit of rain today Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Hoosier Kitties ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba

03-04-2011, 03:14 PM	#22 (permalink)
teresafincher Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 2	may winds we have visited the island about 4 times but have always been there in the fall, oct and later. we are arriving in may this year and was wondering from past travelers what the weather is normally like and can we count on the trade winds to keep us comfortable during that time? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

03-04-2011, 04:49 PM	#24 (permalink)
hatteras Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Boca Catalina, Arashi Beach Manchebo Beach, Eagle Beach Posts: 247	We just got home from Aruba on Monday. We had a lot of showers and some days were more windy than normal, causing some large waves at Eagle Beach and a lot of white caps. There was early morning rain most mornings, but we had a few downpours several afternoons, that lasted for quite a while. Our last day was last Sunday, and that was a complete wash out. There were some very heavy downpours, mixed in with steady light rain. On most days, the sun would shine brightly after the showers. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

03-04-2011, 06:59 PM	#25 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	no trying to figure out mother nature is there?? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

04-03-2011, 07:07 PM	#26 (permalink)
kal0721 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: LaCabana-pool Eagle Beach Posts: 74	How is it? How has the weather been the last month or so? Still raining more than normal? I hope it is hot and sunny in a month, of course anything is better than 38, with sleet, snow, rain, and even thunder. I am so much looking forward to this vacation. kathy Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

04-03-2011, 07:54 PM	#27 (permalink)
MARK68 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: BUSTERS SPORTS BAR, CAFE CAPRI, MJ's, 080, Bugaloe, Amadeus Posts: 243	The weather has been better but still have some days with some rain fall but for short periods and mostly late at night. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ MARK "BUSTERS SPORTS BAR & CAFE CAPRI"

04-05-2011, 09:02 AM	#28 (permalink)
hockeymom Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 292 Images: 5	Got back last night. Weather was great. The 7 days we were there - No Rain!!! Don't watch the weather reports online. It will drive you crazy. Last time we checked before we left, it said Mon-Thursday morning showers - didn't see rain once!! They were right when they said windy at the end of the week though. More wind, but still able to sit on the beach with no problem. Just had to hold onto your drink at the bar!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook Trebor likes this.

04-10-2011, 11:39 AM	#29 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,685 Images: 174	Great news "Rainfall Outlook for the Second Quarter of 2011 Sea Surface Temperatures (SST) in the tropical Pacific Ocean have increased to near average values (weakening La Niña conditions) through the first quarter of 2011. In the tropical Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, the sea surface temperatures on the other hand have decreased and but are still slightly above average levels. Both of these conditions will lead to average or slightly above rainfall for both the ABC and the SSS islands during the second quarter of 2011 (April, May and June). Last updated: March 30, 2011." Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Hoosier Kitties ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba

04-10-2011, 01:20 PM	#30 (permalink)
Cple Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Our favorite place on the island, is the great beach at the Boca Grandi. The water is the best, and its very quiet. Posts: 219	We got home Tuesday evening 4/5/11. We had one small shower on the 23rd of March. Our first day on the island. We never saw rain again. It was a bit windier than usual, but the weather was great. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook Andrea J. and Love Aruba like this.