Okinawa
Coral reefs a short swim from the sand, a subtropical pace that feels like a different country from the mainland, and a local diet credited with some of the longest lifespans on the planet.
The best time to visit Okinawa is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F). Local time there is 02:20 (UTC+9).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
April · high 74°F · rain 4.3in · 12.7h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Naha, the arrival airport
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C67°F | 96mm3.8in | 10.7h10.7h | |
| February | 21°C69°F | 114mm4.5in | 11.2h11.2h | |
| March | 22°C72°F | 153mm6.0in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| April | 24°C74°F | 110mm4.3in | 12.7h12.7h | in the recommended window |
| May | 26°C79°F | 328mm12.9in | 13.4h13.4h | in the recommended window |
| June | 29°C83°F | 342mm13.5in | 13.8h13.8h | in the recommended window |
| July | 30°C86°F | 183mm7.2in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| August | 30°C86°F | 289mm11.4in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| September | 30°C86°F | 194mm7.6in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| October | 28°C82°F | 123mm4.8in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| November | 25°C76°F | 109mm4.3in | 10.8h10.8h | |
| December | 21°C70°F | 200mm7.9in | 10.5h10.5h |
Good to know
- Currency
- JPYyen
- Language
- Japanese
- Driving
- on the left
1 000 JPY is about 6 USD (1 USD = 159 JPY).
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When is the best time to visit Okinawa?
The best time to visit Okinawa is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F).
How warm does Okinawa get?
Typical daytime highs in Okinawa are Mar–May 24°C (75°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (85°F), Sep–Nov 27°C (81°F), Dec–Feb 20°C (69°F).
Is Okinawa expensive?
On the ground, Okinawa is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Okinawa good for?
Okinawa is good for sunshine and salt water, an unhurried pace, landscape doing the heavy lifting, eating extremely well.