While snow is falling throughout the U.S., the Caribbean island of Aruba is enjoying never-ending summer. With an average annual temperature of 82F (28C), visitors are guaranteed a balmy climate regardless of season. In fact, no month has an average high temperature lower than 85F (29C) or higher than 89F (32C). Low temperatures typically range from 76F (24C) to 80F (27C), allowing visitors to enjoy the nightlife all year long. Yet, because so many of us suffer the winter blues at home, the travel season from December to April is the best time to take advantage of Arubas amazing climate.
Though Aruba lies close to the equator, a consistent eastern trade wind cools the island and prevents storms from hovering over the island. As a result, Aruba averages a mere 18 inches of precipitation a year, with most rain falling between October and January. This trade wind also creates impeccable conditions on the eastern coast for sports such as windsurfing. On the other hand, the calm waters of the western coast are great for scuba diving and snorkeling. The sun even rises and sets at nearly the same time every day, allowing visitors to enjoy a majestic Caribbean site any time of...