July is the best season for summer sightseeing in Okinawa, because typhoons have relatively little influence until mid-July and the weather is stable, so you can enjoy marine sports to the fullest. From the end of July onwards, the risk of typhoons will increase, so please pay attention to the weather forecast. The sun is very strong in July, so be sure to take sunscreen and other protective measures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear in Okinawa in July?
In July, short-sleeved summer clothing is best in Okinawa. Since the sun is strong, it is recommended to bring sunglasses, sunshade protection, and a sunshade umbrella, in addition to sunscreen cream. A light cardigan or similar item will provide shade and is useful in air-conditioned hotels. For more information on summer clothing, please refer to the following article.
What should I do if a typhoon comes?
Number of typhoons that hit Okinawa
| year | July | August | September |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 | 4 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| 2017 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
※ Source:https://www.data.jma.go.jp/fcd/yoho/typhoon/statistics/accession/okinawa.html
You never know when a typhoon will hit Okinawa. So please check the weather forecast before you go to Okinawa and during your stay in Okinawa. When a typhoon hits, both airplanes and boats may be cancelled. If a typhoon is likely to hit during your trip, it is recommended that you move with a relaxed itinerary, using your hotel as a base, and not traveling too far.
Weather in Okinawa in early July
JULY 7, 2017 : The Mihama American Village is a large entertainment complex located in Chatan, Okinawa = Shutterstock
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Naha | 28.9℃ (84.0°F) 31.7℃ (89.1°F) 26.9℃ (80.4°F) |
74.1 mm (2.92 inch) – |
※ Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
>> Click here for a [quick reference] converted from Celsius to Fahrenheit.
Weather in Okinawa in mid-July
Okinawa, Japan – July 19, 2017: two young men stand on their boards and row with oars = Shutterstock
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Naha | 29.1℃ (84.4°F) 32.0℃ (89.6°F) 27.0 ℃ (80.6°F) |
52.8 mm (2.09 inch) – |
※Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Weather in Okinawa in late July
Okinawa, Japan -JULY 22 2017: two tourists walking in Naha city = Shutterstock
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Naha | 29.2℃ (84.6°F) 32.1℃ (89.8°F) 27.1℃ (80.8°F) |
61.1 mm (2.41 inch) – |
※ Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Reference: Current weather and temperature in Okinawa, forecast for the next 7 days
Monthly weather in Okinawa
Below are articles about the weather in Okinawa. Click on the month of interest to see articles about that month.
| January | February | March |
| April | May | June |
| July | August | September |
| October | November | December |
Weather in tourist destinations around Japan
Below are pages showing the climates of various regions in Japan at the same time of the year.
| Tokyo | Osaka | Kyoto |
| Hokkaido | Sendai | Nagano |
| Nagoya | Hiroshima | Fukuoka |
| Okinawa |
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