Island, Japan
Okinawa weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Okinawa
Swimming runs Apr–Oct; Oct–Nov is warm and calmer. Late May–Jun is rainy; Jul–Oct is hot and typhoon-prone; Golden Week and August are busiest.
Okinawa weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan20°61 mm
- Feb20°50 mm
- Mar21°81 mm
- Apr23°124 mm
- May25°209 mm
- Jun28°293 mm
- Jul29°125 mm
- Aug30°175 mm
- Sep29°186 mm
- Oct27°126 mm
- Nov24°83 mm
- Dec22°67 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C68°F | 18°C64°F | 61 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| February | 20°C68°F | 18°C65°F | 50 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| March | 21°C70°F | 19°C66°F | 81 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C73°F | 21°C70°F | 124 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C77°F | 24°C75°F | 209 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| June | 28°C82°F | 27°C80°F | 293 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C85°F | 28°C83°F | 125 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C85°F | 28°C83°F | 175 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 28°C82°F | 186 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| October | 27°C80°F | 26°C78°F | 126 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 24°C76°F | 23°C73°F | 83 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| December | 22°C71°F | 20°C67°F | 67 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
Best months across Japan
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Kyoto | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Osaka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Hiroshima | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Nara | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Sapporo | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Okinawa | Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakone | Apr–May, Oct–Dec | Aug (24°C) |
| Fukuoka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Kawaguchiko | Oct–Feb | Aug (26°C) |
| Niseko | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Aug (24°C) |
| Yokohama | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kanazawa | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Takayama | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Nagoya | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Nikko | May, Jul–Aug, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Kamakura | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kobe | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakuba | Jan–Feb, Jul–Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Ishigaki | Apr–May, Jul, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Nagasaki | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Shirakawa-go | Feb, May, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Miyakojima | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Hakodate | Jun–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Otaru | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Beppu | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Matsumoto | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Koyasan | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (27°C) |
| Furano | Jan–Feb, Jul–Aug | Aug (25°C) |
| Sendai | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Okinawa?
Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov. Swimming runs Apr–Oct; Oct–Nov is warm and calmer. Late May–Jun is rainy; Jul–Oct is hot and typhoon-prone; Golden Week and August are busiest.
When is the rainy season in Okinawa?
Rain peaks in June with about 293 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun, Aug–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Okinawa?
August, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Okinawa get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 18°C (64°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Okinawa Tourism (Visit Okinawa Japan)
- Naha Airport (Naha Airport Building)
- Okinawa Urban Monorail (Yui Rail)
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.