What’s the climate like in Okinawa?
The current climate in Okinawa features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 20°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 27°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 15°C and in the warmer months around 27°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Okinawa in recent years was 35°C in July 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 12°C in February 2018.
On average, Okinawa receives 2441 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The typhoon season in Okinawa runs from June to November.
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Best time to visit Okinawa?
The best time to visit Okinawa for mild to warm weather is January up to April and October up to December. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Okinawa.
Climate Table of Okinawa
The climate table of Okinawa shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 20 | 21 | 22 | 25 | 27 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 26 | 22 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 16 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 23 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 22 | 18 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 91 | 124 | 124 | 140 | 258 | 428 | 259 | 268 | 251 | 175 | 111 | 212 |
| UV Index | 5 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 27°C
- Highest temperature: 32°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 20°C in January
- Precipitation: 2441 mm per year, averaging 203 mm per month
- Driest months: 91 mm in January, 111 mm in November and 124 mm in February
- Wettest months: 428 mm in June, 268 mm in August and 259 mm in July
Weather experiences in Okinawa
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Average Temperature per Month in Okinawa
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Okinawa, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Okinawa
This graph shows how much rainfall Okinawa, Japan, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Okinawa
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Okinawa, Japan. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Okinawa
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Okinawa, Japan. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Okinawa
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Okinawa, Japan, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Okinawa
The weather in Okinawa is rated an average of 3,6 out of 5 stars by 12 visitors. Have you been to Okinawa? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Not too cold and not too hot, with moderate temperatures and some rain here and there. Ideal for leisurely walks and a nice dinner in the evening.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was warm, but not too hot. Although there were a few rainy days, the overall experience was positive.— This text is automatically translated to English
A few rainy days interspersed with bright sunshine, but generally pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather was pleasant: the temperature was around 25°C, but the humidity was quite high. However, the days were sunny and beautiful, occasionally interrupted by short but heavy rain showers. An ideal time to relax.— This text is automatically translated to English
There were pleasantly warm days and also some tropical showers. So bring an umbrella! Despite the rain, the temperature remained pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
July in Okinawa is just too hot and humid. You sweat all day and it is almost impossible to cool down, even at night. There were also frequent heavy rainstorms. Not ideal for a pleasant stay.— This text is automatically translated to English
There are unpredictable storms. So be prepared for rain.— This text is automatically translated to English
There was a lot of sunshine, but also rainy days. Not tropical, of course, but pleasant for an active vacation. A beautiful place in winter.— This text is automatically translated to English
Despite some rain showers, the days were mostly sunny with pleasant temperatures around 20 degrees. In the evening, a sweater is recommended.— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperature about 30 degrees, light humidity. Unfortunately, there were a few rainy days, but mostly sunny, allowing us to fully enjoy the beautiful nature. Good, but not ideal because of the rain.— This text is automatically translated to English
We arrived on July 18, 2023 and had 2 weeks of wonderful weather, beautiful blue skies and no rain. Unfortunately after that the fun was over and Typhoon Khanun came along not once but twice so we were locked in our hotel for almost a week, no planes flew for almost a week— This text is automatically translated to English
I arrived on okinawa in mid-September and the day and a half after, Typhoon Tapah came ashore :( intense rege and heavy windstote— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Okinawa by Month
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