Fox Weather : Aruba’s Eagle Beach stands out as a Caribbean beach with lower sargassum risk

ORANJESTAD — While sargassum continues to affect beaches across parts of the Caribbean, Aruba is being highlighted as one of the destinations where visitors are less likely to encounter heavy accumulations of the seaweed.

According to a list published by FOX Weather, Eagle Beach in Aruba is among 10 Caribbean beaches that are generally less affected by sargassum, particularly during the main season, which typically runs from March through October.

Eagle Beach’s location on Aruba’s leeward western coast helps shield it from the heavy sargassum buildups seen along more exposed Caribbean shorelines.

Aruba is also noted as an attractive destination during hurricane season because of its more southerly location in the Caribbean.

Eagle Beach is internationally known for its white sand, clear water and wide shoreline, and the report identifies it as a strong option for travelers hoping to avoid beaches heavily affected by sargassum.

That does not mean Eagle Beach is completely immune. Currents, winds and sea conditions can vary, but compared with many other Caribbean destinations, Aruba is generally less exposed to major sargassum accumulation.