Best Time to Visit Willemstad, Curaçao, Curaçao
Willemstad is at its sunniest and driest in February–September.
The best time to visit Willemstad for sunny, dry weather is February–June and September — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–June and August–September; the wetter half falls in July and October–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 26.5°C / 79.7°F in January to 29.1°C / 84.4°F in September, with rainfall from 13 mm / 0.5 in (March) to 111 mm / 4.4 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Willemstad, Curaçao's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Willemstad's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 26.5°C79.7°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 26.8°C80.2°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 27.6°C81.7°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 28.2°C82.8°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 28.5°C83.3°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 29.1°C84.4°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Willemstad?
The best time to visit Willemstad for sunny, dry weather is February, March, April, May, June, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is September averaging 29.1°C / 84.4°F, and the driest is March with about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Willemstad's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Willemstad?
The rainy season at Willemstad runs through July and October–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 41 mm / 1.6 in. The wettest single month is November (111 mm / 4.4 in).
What is the driest month in Willemstad?
The driest month in Willemstad is March, averaging about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.8°C / 80.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Willemstad?
The least comfortable months for travel to Willemstad — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 111 mm / 4.4 in in November, and the coldest month averages 26.5°C / 79.7°F.
Is Willemstad climate different from Curaçao overall?
Yes, usually. Our Willemstad figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Curaçao figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Willemstad specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.