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JapanThe weather in December in Okinawa
It's pleasantly warm in December in Okinawa with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Okinawa. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Okinawa, Japan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2018, Okinawa reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Okinawa is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 212 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Okinawa
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Okinawa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Okinawa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 24°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 212 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Okinawa with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 22°C, with nights around 18°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Okinawa is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
The typhoon season in Okinawa runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Okinawa, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Okinawa
Temperature in December in Okinawa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Okinawa, Japan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Okinawa
Total precipitation in December in Okinawa over the years
Daily UV index in December in Okinawa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Okinawa, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in December in Okinawa
The weather in December in Okinawa is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Okinawa? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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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
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Average weather in Okinawa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Okinawa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.