☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 30°C
Yes, absolutely! With temperatures averaging 30°C, it's hot and perfect for beach holidays. Aruba in May has an average air temperature of 30°C with sea temperatures around 27°C. You can expect 9 hours of sunshine per day and 10mm of rainfall, which means virtually no rain — bone-dry conditions.
At 27°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 9 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
Aruba is one of the top warm destinations for May holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Aruba stacks up against similar destinations in May:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aruba | 30°C | 27°C | 10mm | 9h |
| Boracay | 30°C | 29°C | 100mm | 7h |
| Cancun | 30°C | 28°C | 65mm | 9h |
| Sri Lanka | 30°C | 29°C | 200mm | 6h |
| Antigua | 29°C | 27°C | 75mm | 8h |
| Barbados | 29°C | 28°C | 55mm | 8h |
See how Aruba's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Aruba in May has average temperatures of 30°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 27°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 27°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
May is an excellent time to visit Aruba with warm weather and 9 hours of daily sunshine.
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