Okinawa Weather Forecast
Okinawa weather: 79°F, thunderstorm. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Okinawa?
Yes - rain is likely in Okinawa today.
A 98% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,6 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 7,7 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue and Wed.
The next 7 days carry about 8.2 times a normal week's rain for August (7,7 in against 0,9 in).
16-day forecast for Okinawa
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Aug 20 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 84° / 79° | 98% · 0,6 in | 18 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 21 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 81° / 77° | 100% · 1,3 in | 22 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 82° / 77° | 90% · 1,5 in | 22 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 78° | 84% · 0,2 in | 18 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 79° | 50% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 79° | 49% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 82° / 79° | 71% · 4,0 in | 50 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 82° / 79° | 69% · 5,7 in | 45 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 78° | 86% · 0,3 in | 17 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 79° | 79% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 79° | 67% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 80° | 76% · 0,2 in | 20 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 83° / 77° | 81% · 0,6 in | 23 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 77° | 80% · 1,0 in | 16 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 74° | 39% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 39% | -- | — |
What this means for Okinawa
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 84°F is 3.8°F below the 88°F typical for this month.
A 98% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,6 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 36 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 36 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, May and June - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 79°F (26°C) with thunderstorm. Humidity is 96% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Okinawa?
January, February, March and August 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 12:34 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 August 22, 2026 at 12:34 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
