Is Aruba safe from hurricanes?

A few Caribbean islands are fairly well-sheltered from hurricanes due to their location and climate. These Caribbean islands are known as the ABC islands: Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao.



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Aruba. When travelers think of safe islands to visit during hurricane season, the “ABC Islands” of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao often come to mind.

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The hurricane season usually lasts from early June to late November. The most severe hurricane to make landfall in Aruba in the past 12 months was »Franklin«. It reached a wind speed of up to 83 km/h on August 20, 2023 at 8:00 pm local time near Angochi and was 148 kilometers in diameter at the time.

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Haiti. Listed at number 115 on the GPI, Haiti is the most dangerous country in the Caribbean Islands as of 2022. By far the most dangerous threat to U.S. tourists is kidnapping for ransom. Reports of convoys being attacks, protests, and other violent events are also common in Haiti, as well as armed robberies.

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The following Caribbean destinations pose the least threat of a hurricane:
  • Aruba.
  • Barbados.
  • Bonaire.
  • Curacao.
  • Grenada.
  • Panama.
  • St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
  • Trinidad and Tobago.


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There is violent crime in association with drugs, but this rarely affects tourists. The main tourist areas are generally safe, but you should take sensible precautions: avoid remote areas at night. don't take valuables to the beach or leave any valuables in your vehicle.

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A few Caribbean islands are fairly well-sheltered from hurricanes due to their location and climate. These Caribbean islands are known as the ABC islands: Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao.

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Discover the 10 Most Hurricane-Prone Caribbean Islands
  • Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico is the Caribbean island that is most impacted by hurricanes. ...
  • Cuba. ...
  • The Dominican Republic. ...
  • Haiti. ...
  • The Bahamas. ...
  • Jamaica. ...
  • Antigua and Barbuda in the Caribbean. ...
  • Grenada in the Caribbean.


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St. Barts is one of the most beautiful and safest islands in the Caribbean. The pleasing backdrop has made it a favorite for luxurious resorts and vacation experiences, leading it to be considered a playground for the rich and famous.

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You will want to spend at least 4-7 days in Aruba. I found seven days, including travel time, to be the right amount of time to explore Aruba.

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Cheapest time to visit Aruba You'll find the best hotel prices between mid-April and mid-December, which is considered Aruba's low season. Though Aruba's weather is beautiful year-round, many travelers visit in the winter to escape the cooler temperatures back home.

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White Sand Beaches Dazzling white sands, sun-kissed rocky bays, natural pools carved by Caribbean waves, and seemingly never-ending stretches of jade and turquoise ocean are undoubtedly the main highlights Aruba is known for.

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