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Okinawa Seasons & Best Time to Visit

Monthly climate guide, typhoon season, marine season, and best travel periods. Plan your Okinawa trip wisely.

Legend: Typhoon Swimming Recommended

January

Temp (°C): 14–19°C

Mild compared to mainland Japan. Fewer tourists for a relaxed visit.

Festivals & Events

  • • New Year shrine visit (Naminoue)

February

Temp (°C): 14–20°C

Similar to January. Occasional rainy days.

Festivals & Events

  • • Pre-Haarii preparations

March

Temp (°C): 17–22°C

Temperatures rising gradually. A pleasant preview of the best season.

Festivals & Events

  • • Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival) events
  • • Okinawa International Movie Festival

April

Recommended Swimming
Temp (°C): 20–25°C

Best season before rainy season. Sea warms up — great for snorkeling.

Festivals & Events

  • • Naha Haarii Dragon Boat Race

May

Recommended Swimming
Temp (°C): 23–28°C

One of the most pleasant months. Rainy season begins mid-May.

Festivals & Events

  • • Naha Haarii (Golden Week)
  • • Eisa practice season begins

June

Recommended Swimming Typhoon
Temp (°C): 26–31°C

Full summer after rainy season ends. Typhoon season begins.

Festivals & Events

  • • End of rainy season (late June)
  • • Memorial Day (June 23)

July

Swimming Typhoon
Temp (°C): 28–33°C

Peak heat. UV protection essential. Watch for typhoons.

Festivals & Events

  • • Eisa Festival (various locations)
  • • Peak swimming season

August

Swimming Typhoon
Temp (°C): 28–33°C

Hottest month. Highest typhoon risk. Stay hydrated.

Festivals & Events

  • • All-Island Eisa Festival (Obon)
  • • Naha Festival

September

Swimming Typhoon
Temp (°C): 27–32°C

Most typhoons occur this month. Travel insurance and flexible plans recommended.

Festivals & Events

  • • Peak typhoon season

October

Recommended Swimming Typhoon
Temp (°C): 24–29°C

Heat eases up — very comfortable. Fewer typhoons.

Festivals & Events

  • • Naha Festival
  • • Shuri Castle Festival (late Oct)

November

Recommended Typhoon
Temp (°C): 20–25°C

Pleasant autumn. One of the best months to visit with fewer crowds.

Festivals & Events

  • • Pre-Naha Marathon preparations

December

Temp (°C): 16–21°C

Comfortable climate. Popular spots can get busy around year-end.

Festivals & Events

  • • Naha Marathon (1st Sunday)
  • • Christmas events & illuminations

Annual Calendar

Month Temp (°C) Typhoon Season Marine Season Best Season
January 14–19°C — — —
February 14–20°C — — —
March 17–22°C — — —
April 20–25°C —
May 23–28°C —
June 26–31°C
July 28–33°C —
August 28–33°C —
September 27–32°C —
October 24–29°C
November 20–25°C —
December 16–21°C — — —

Okinawa's climate can vary year to year. Check the latest weather forecast before your trip.