JapanThe weather in January in Okinawa
It's pleasantly warm in January in Okinawa with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Okinawa. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January 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 27°C in 2020, Okinawa reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 91 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Okinawa
Click on any day in January 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.
January weather comparison
| Okinawa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Okinawa with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Okinawa is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Okinawa, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Okinawa
Temperature in January in Okinawa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January 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 January in Okinawa
Total precipitation in January in Okinawa over the years
Daily UV index in January in Okinawa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
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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.