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The capital of Okinawa: warm all year, with beaches, Shuri Castle and its own island culture. Here is today's forecast, the best time to go and what to expect in every season.
Best time to visit Okinawa (Naha)
April to early May and October to November: warm sea, less rain and fewer typhoons than summer.
Okinawa (Naha) weather through the year
- Subtropical: winters are mild, about 15 to 21°C, and summers are hot and humid.
- The rainy season comes early, usually from mid May to late June.
- Typhoons are most likely from July to October and can stop flights and ferries for a day or more.
- The sea is warm enough for swimming from about April to October.
Average temperatures in Okinawa (Naha)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 20° | 20° | 22° | 24° | 27° | 30° | 32° | 32° | 30° | 28° | 25° | 21° |
| Average low | 15° | 15° | 17° | 19° | 22° | 25° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 24° | 20° | 16° |
Rounded averages from the Japan Meteorological Agency (1991–2020).
Okinawa (Naha) by season
Spring (March to May)
What to do: Warm beach days start in April; cherry blossom here is early, usually late January to February.
What to wear: Summer clothes by day, a light layer for windy evenings.
Summer (June to August)
What to do: Hot beach weather, but plan around typhoons: keep a free day and check flights.
What to wear: Light clothes, a hat, strong sunscreen and swimwear.
Autumn (September to November)
What to do: Still warm enough to swim in October, with calmer weather later in autumn.
What to wear: Summer clothes until late October, then a light layer.
Winter (December to February)
What to do: Mild winter days around 20°C, good for sightseeing; whale watching from January to March.
What to wear: A light jacket or sweater; north winds can feel cool.
More than a forecast
- Hour-by-hour forecast with rain timing, feels-like temperature, UV and daily tips.
- Rain radar from JMA, 3 hours back and 15 hours ahead, plus live Himawari satellite clouds.
- Official warnings: heavy rain, heatstroke alerts, earthquakes, tsunami and typhoons, in plain English.
- Trip planner and road trips: the weather for every stop, and every rest stop on your route.
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Questions
What is the weather in Okinawa (Naha) today?
The 5-day forecast on this page updates automatically. Open the app for the hour-by-hour forecast, rain timing and official JMA warnings for Okinawa (Naha).
When is the best time to visit Okinawa (Naha)?
April to early May and October to November: warm sea, less rain and fewer typhoons than summer.
When is the rainy season in Okinawa (Naha)?
The rainy season (tsuyu) usually runs from mid May to late June.
Does it snow in Okinawa (Naha)?
It never snows.
Is there a free weather app for Okinawa (Naha) in English?
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