Okinawa Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Okinawa: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Okinawa month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66° | 58° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 68° | 60° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 71° | 62° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 76° | 67° | 9,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 79° | 71° | 12,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 84° | 76° | 14,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 88° | 80° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 88° | 80° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 87° | 79° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 84° | 76° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 77° | 69° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 70° | 62° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Okinawa
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
Best time to visit Okinawa
Go in January, February, March and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: April, May and June - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Okinawa
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 76°F is 7.7°F below the 84°F typical for this month.
A 14% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 54°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, May and June - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Okinawa is an island in Japan. Okinawa is an island known for subtropical beaches and Ryukyu culture.
Right now it is 76°F (24°C) in Okinawa with partly cloudy. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 70°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 14%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Okinawa is January, February, March and October. The climate is temperate. April, May and June tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 58°F.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 76°F is 7.7°F below the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Okinawa today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Okinawa?
Okinawa is an island in Japan. Its coordinates are 26.5013, 127.9455. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Okinawa right now?
It is currently 76°F (24°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 56% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Okinawa?
January, February, March and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Okinawa, which has a temperate climate. April, May and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Okinawa in?
Okinawa observes Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00). The local time is 12:41 AM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 29, 2026 at 12:41 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
