Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Willemstad
The capital of Curaçao, known for its colourful UNESCO-listed waterfront, and the base for exploring an island of reefs and beaches just outside the main hurricane belt.
Best time to visit: Year-round; it's warm, sunny and fairly dry most of the year, with a short rainier period in late autumn.
Local tip: The trade winds keep the heat pleasant, but the sun is strong — use high-SPF sunscreen.
Getting around: A hire car is the easiest way to reach the west-coast beaches.
Good to know: Curaçao lies south of the main hurricane path, so storms are rare.
What to plan your trip around
- Handelskade
The colourful waterfront houses of Punda.
- Queen Emma Bridge
A floating pontoon bridge across St Anna Bay.
- Playa Kenepa
A popular beach on the west coast.
- Shete Boka National Park
A wild coastline of sea inlets and caves.
Willemstad weather by month
Willemstad weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Willemstad gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 26°C | 37 mm | 80% |
| February | 27°C | 26°C | 20 mm | 80% |
| March | 27°C | 26°C | 9 mm | 80% |
| April | 27°C | 26°C | 8 mm | 82% |
| May | 28°C | 27°C | 15 mm | 85% |
| June | 28°C | 27°C | 15 mm | 85% |
| July | 28°C | 27°C | 22 mm | 84% |
| August | 29°C | 28°C | 25 mm | 82% |
| September | 29°C | 28°C | 36 mm | 81% |
| October | 29°C | 28°C | 67 mm | 81% |
| November | 29°C | 28°C | 105 mm | 81% |
| December | 28°C | 27°C | 58 mm | 80% |
Willemstad through the year
January · 27° / 26°C · 37 mm
- There's little difference between day and night (around 1°C).
- Humidity near 80% makes 27°C feel stickier than it sounds.
April · 27° / 26°C · 8 mm
- It's one of the drier months, with about 77% less rain than Willemstad's average.
- April sits in Willemstad's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
July · 28° / 27°C · 22 mm
- Humidity near 84% makes 28°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 1°C).
October · 29° / 28°C · 67 mm
- October falls in Willemstad's wetter season, when heavy showers are common.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Willemstad — roughly 93% more rain than average.
The best time to visit Willemstad is January, February and March, when average highs are 27°C and rainfall is around 22 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Willemstad, season by season
December – February
Best time27° / 26°C · 38 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
March – May
Good27° / 26°C · 11 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
June – August
Good28° / 27°C · 21 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Willemstad?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Willemstad in January, February and March. Average highs are then 27°C.
- Why is January a good time to visit Willemstad?
- In January, Willemstad averages 27°C by day and 26°C at night, with about 37 mm of rain and 39% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Willemstad?
- September is the warmest month in Willemstad, with average highs of 29°C and lows of 28°C.
- What is the coldest month in Willemstad?
- February is the coldest month in Willemstad: average highs of 27°C, dropping to 26°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Willemstad?
- November is the wettest month in Willemstad with about 105 mm of rain. The driest is April, with around 8 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Willemstad?
- November is the least reliable month in Willemstad, with around 105 mm of rain. Bring a rain jacket and keep a flexible plan.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Willemstad?
- Yes. April and December sit just outside the best months for Willemstad, with average highs of 27–28°C and about 33 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, they are a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Willemstad before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Willemstad from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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