Weather in Okinawa (Naha)
What's the weather like in Okinawa (Naha)?
Okinawa (Naha) has a moderate climate and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 19°C (67°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in July, with overnight lows around 16°C (61°F) and 27°C (81°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Okinawa (Naha) are January through May, and October through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 26.212, 127.681
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 67°F | 16°C / 61°F | 106 mm | 19 | — |
| February | 20°C / 67°F | 16°C / 61°F | 106 mm | 18 | — |
| March | 21°C / 70°F | 18°C / 64°F | 126 mm | 20 | — |
| April | 23°C / 74°F | 20°C / 68°F | 133 mm | 19 | — |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 23°C / 73°F | 280 mm | 22 | — |
| June | 28°C / 83°F | 26°C / 78°F | 277 mm | 26 | — |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 81°F | 208 mm | 28 | — |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 81°F | 224 mm | 28 | — |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 26°C / 79°F | 182 mm | 26 | — |
| October | 27°C / 81°F | 24°C / 75°F | 164 mm | 21 | — |
| November | 24°C / 76°F | 21°C / 70°F | 92 mm | 18 | — |
| December | 21°C / 69°F | 18°C / 64°F | 144 mm | 17 | — |
Okinawa (Naha) by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
East Asia typhoon season runs June–November (peak August–October). Typhoons can disrupt travel — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Okinawa (Naha)?
The most comfortable months in Okinawa (Naha) are usually March, April, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Okinawa (Naha)?
August is typically the hottest month in Okinawa (Naha), averaging a high of 30°C (86°F).
What is the coldest month in Okinawa (Naha)?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 16°C (61°F).
Does it snow in Okinawa (Naha)?
Snow is rare in Okinawa (Naha); the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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