Oranjestad is the capital city of Aruba, a small island in the Lesser Antilles. Located on the southern coast of the island, Oranjestad is a bustling port city with a population of around 35,000 people.
The city is named after the Dutch Royal House of Orange-Nassau, and is known for its colorful Dutch colonial architecture, including the iconic Willem III Tower. The city is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars, as well as the iconic Renaissance Marketplace, a colorful open-air market featuring local crafts and souvenirs.
The city is also known for its beautiful beaches, including Eagle Beach, which is one of the most popular beaches in the Caribbean. The city also features a number of historical sites, including Fort Zoutman, the oldest building in Aruba, and the Willem III Tower, which was built in 1796 and is the oldest lighthouse in the Caribbean.
Oranjestad has a long and rich history. The city was founded in 1796 by the Dutch, who used the island as a base for their trading activities. During the 1800s, the city was a major trading port for the Dutch West India Company. In the early 20th century, the city was the site of a major oil refinery, which was eventually taken over by Royal Dutch Shell.
Today, Oranjestad is a popular tourist destination. The city is home to a number of hotels and resorts, as well as a number of casinos and other attractions. The city is also home to a number of cultural events, including the annual Carnival celebration and the Aruba Music Festival.
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Oranjestad on Aruba, Lesser Antilles has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round. During the summer months, from May to October, temperatures range from the mid-80s to the low 90s with high humidity. From November to April, the temperatures are slightly cooler, usually ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-80s. Rainfall is generally light and the area experiences a short dry season from mid-February to mid-April. The area is also prone to strong trade winds which help to keep the temperatures comfortable.
Our weather forecast for Oranjestad helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 | max: 28.1 °C min: 27.1 °C |
32.8 m/s 38.5 m/s |
6.4 % 20.2 m |
78.4 % 1,012 hPa |
06:50:04 18:14:37 |
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Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 | max: 28.0 °C min: 27.7 °C |
38.5 m/s 45.0 m/s |
3.4 % 22.2 m |
80.7 % 1,011 hPa |
06:50:37 18:14:58 |
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Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 | max: 28.1 °C min: 27.6 °C |
38.2 m/s 47.5 m/s |
1.0 % 23.5 m |
79.3 % 1,011 hPa |
06:51:10 18:15:20 |
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Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 | max: 27.9 °C min: 27.5 °C |
37.1 m/s 43.9 m/s |
0.4 % 23.4 m |
79.5 % 1,011 hPa |
06:51:42 18:15:43 |
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Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 | max: 27.8 °C min: 27.4 °C |
30.6 m/s 34.1 m/s |
34.3 % 24.1 m |
76.0 % 1,011 hPa |
06:52:15 18:16:07 |
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Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 | max: 27.6 °C min: 27.2 °C |
31.7 m/s 33.8 m/s |
9.2 % 23.5 m |
75.3 % 1,011 hPa |
06:52:47 18:16:31 |
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Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 | max: 27.3 °C min: 27 °C |
31.7 m/s 33.8 m/s |
5.0 % 22.0 m |
75.8 % 1,011 hPa |
06:53:20 18:16:57 |
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Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 | max: 27.3 °C min: 26.8 °C |
31.0 m/s 33.1 m/s |
21.6 % 19.5 m |
76.2 % 1,011 hPa |
06:53:52 18:17:23 |
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Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 | max: 27.4 °C min: 26.8 °C |
30.2 m/s 32.8 m/s |
16.0 % 24.1 m |
76.6 % 1,011 hPa |
06:54:23 18:17:50 |
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Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 | max: 27.5 °C min: 27 °C |
31.0 m/s 33.8 m/s |
100.0 % 23.6 m |
77.0 % 1,010 hPa |
06:54:55 18:18:17 |
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Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 | max: 27.5 °C min: 27.1 °C |
41.0 m/s 47.9 m/s |
98.8 % 22.1 m |
80.5 % 1,010 hPa |
06:55:26 18:18:45 |
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Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 | max: 27.4 °C min: 27.1 °C |
40.6 m/s 48.2 m/s |
55.3 % 19.2 m |
82.6 % 1,011 hPa |
06:55:57 18:19:14 |
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Dec. 20th 2024 Dec. 20th 2024 | max: 27.7 °C min: 27.3 °C |
39.6 m/s 48.1 m/s |
41.4 % 24.1 m |
84.7 % 1,010 hPa |
06:56:27 18:19:43 |
Would you like to travel to Oranjestad on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Oranjestad.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Dec. 8th 2024 Sunday, 8th of Dec. 2024 | AIDAperla | 12:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
Dec. 8th 2024 Sunday, 8th of Dec. 2024 | Celebrity Beyond | 09:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 9th 2024 Monday, 9th of Dec. 2024 | Celebrity Eclipse | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 9th 2024 Monday, 9th of Dec. 2024 | MS Hamburg | 07:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Dec. 10th 2024 Tuesday, 10th of Dec. 2024 | Celebrity Reflection | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 10th 2024 Tuesday, 10th of Dec. 2024 | MS Hamburg | 12:00 am | 01:00 pm | |
Dec. 11th 2024 Wednesday, 11th of Dec. 2024 | AIDAbella | 10:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Dec. 11th 2024 Wednesday, 11th of Dec. 2024 | Silver Moon | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 12th 2024 Thursday, 12th of Dec. 2024 | AIDAbella | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Dec. 15th 2024 Sunday, 15th of Dec. 2024 | MS Nautica | 11:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Dec. 17th 2024 Tuesday, 17th of Dec. 2024 | Grandeur of the Seas | 08:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Dec. 17th 2024 Tuesday, 17th of Dec. 2024 | Norwegian Viva | 01:00 pm | 09:00 pm | |
Dec. 18th 2024 Wednesday, 18th of Dec. 2024 | Norwegian Jewel | 02:30 pm | 09:00 pm | |
Dec. 21st 2024 Saturday, 21st of Dec. 2024 | Explorer of the Seas | 04:30 pm | 12:00 am | |
Dec. 21st 2024 Saturday, 21st of Dec. 2024 | Star Clipper | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Dec. 22nd 2024 Sunday, 22nd of Dec. 2024 | Explorer of the Seas | 12:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 23rd 2024 Monday, 23rd of Dec. 2024 | AIDAperla | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Dec. 24th 2024 Tuesday, 24th of Dec. 2024 | Celebrity Reflection | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 24th 2024 Tuesday, 24th of Dec. 2024 | MSC Divina | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Dec. 25th 2024 Wednesday, 25th of Dec. 2024 | Norwegian Gem | 07:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Dec. 26th 2024 Thursday, 26th of Dec. 2024 | Celebrity Eclipse | 11:30 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 26th 2024 Thursday, 26th of Dec. 2024 | MS Insignia | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 27th 2024 Friday, 27th of Dec. 2024 | Norwegian Jade | 07:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Dec. 27th 2024 Friday, 27th of Dec. 2024 | Seven Seas Navigator | 09:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 27th 2024 Friday, 27th of Dec. 2024 | Silver Moon | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 29th 2024 Sunday, 29th of Dec. 2024 | Norwegian Jewel | 02:00 pm | 09:30 pm | |
Dec. 30th 2024 Monday, 30th of Dec. 2024 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | DetailsPartnerlink |
Dec. 30th 2024 Monday, 30th of Dec. 2024 | Celebrity Beyond | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Dec. 31st 2024 Tuesday, 31st of Dec. 2024 | AIDAmar | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jan. 1st 2025 Wednesday, 1st of Jan. 2025 | AIDAmar | 12:00 am | 02:00 am | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jan. 1st 2025 Wednesday, 1st of Jan. 2025 | MS Sirena | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jan. 1st 2025 Wednesday, 1st of Jan. 2025 | Oasis of the Seas | 08:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Jan. 4th 2025 Saturday, 4th of Jan. 2025 | AIDAperla | 09:00 am | 10:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jan. 4th 2025 Saturday, 4th of Jan. 2025 | EXPLORA I | 08:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jan. 7th 2025 Tuesday, 7th of Jan. 2025 | Celebrity Eclipse | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jan. 7th 2025 Tuesday, 7th of Jan. 2025 | Norwegian Viva | 01:00 pm | 09:00 pm | |
Jan. 8th 2025 Wednesday, 8th of Jan. 2025 | AIDAbella | 10:00 am | 10:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jan. 8th 2025 Wednesday, 8th of Jan. 2025 | Celebrity Reflection | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Jan. 10th 2025 Friday, 10th of Jan. 2025 | Azamara Journey | 01:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Jan. 10th 2025 Friday, 10th of Jan. 2025 | Norwegian Jewel | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jan. 11th 2025 Saturday, 11th of Jan. 2025 | Explorer of the Seas | 04:30 pm | 12:00 am | |
Jan. 11th 2025 Saturday, 11th of Jan. 2025 | MS Amadea | 08:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Jan. 11th 2025 Saturday, 11th of Jan. 2025 | Norwegian Prima | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jan. 12th 2025 Sunday, 12th of Jan. 2025 | Explorer of the Seas | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jan. 13th 2025 Monday, 13th of Jan. 2025 | Norwegian Jade | 07:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jan. 14th 2025 Tuesday, 14th of Jan. 2025 | Norwegian Viva | 01:00 pm | 09:00 pm | |
Jan. 15th 2025 Wednesday, 15th of Jan. 2025 | Grandeur of the Seas | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jan. 16th 2025 Thursday, 16th of Jan. 2025 | AIDAluna | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jan. 18th 2025 Saturday, 18th of Jan. 2025 | AIDAperla | 09:00 am | 10:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jan. 18th 2025 Saturday, 18th of Jan. 2025 | Norwegian Gem | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm |
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