Best Time to Visit Bonaire
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba is at its sunniest and driest in January–August.
The best time to visit Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba for sunny, dry weather is January–August — 8 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers February–August, while the wetter half runs through September–January. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 26.7°C / 80.1°F in January to 29.4°C / 84.9°F in August, and monthly rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in (March) to 94 mm / 3.7 in (November). Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba's climate is broadly hot arid. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.7°C80.1°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 26.7°C80.1°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 27.2°C81°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 27.8°C82°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 28.3°C82.9°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 28.9°C84°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 28.9°C84°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 29.4°C84.9°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
The best time to visit Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August. The warmest month is August (29.4°C / 84.9°F country-wide average) and the driest is March (about 9 mm / 0.4 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
The rainy season in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba runs through September–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 25 mm / 1 in. The wettest single month is November, averaging 94 mm / 3.7 in.
What is the dry season in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
The drier half of the year in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba covers February–August, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 25 mm / 1 in. The driest single month is March with about 9 mm / 0.4 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
The least comfortable months for travel in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 94 mm / 3.7 in in November, and temperatures bottom out at 26.7°C / 80.1°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the March window (driest) or August window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.