Climate normals · 1970–2000
Okinawa Climate
Okinawa is a city in Japan (47) with a population of about 142,752. Its average annual temperature is 22.7°C (73°F), with roughly 2110 mm of rain per year.
22.7°C
Avg Temp
2110
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Okinawa Climate
Okinawa has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F) and receives about 2110 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.7°C
Avg Temp
2110
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 16° / 62° | 123 mm |
| February | 17° / 62° | 127 mm |
| March | 18° / 65° | 170 mm |
| April | 21° / 70° | 190 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 241 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 235 mm |
| July | 29° / 83° | 175 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 243 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 195 mm |
| October | 25° / 77° | 170 mm |
| November | 22° / 71° | 132 mm |
| December | 18° / 65° | 109 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Okinawa
The most comfortable months to visit Okinawa are typically November, December and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 14°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Okinawa are typically November, December and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Okinawa, Japan has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C and about 2110 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Okinawa average about 31°C (88°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.