JapanAverage weather for Okinawa in January
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.
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. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. A shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants will do.
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.
In January, there is an average of 91 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Okinawa in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
20°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
22°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
19°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
91 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 12 days | |
December
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.
Is January a good time to visit Okinawa?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Okinawa. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
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.
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Daily Temperature in January in Okinawa
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Okinawa, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Okinawa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Okinawa, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Okinawa.
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.
Temperature in January in Okinawa over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Okinawa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Okinawa over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Okinawa, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
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.
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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.
