Recommended clothes for traveling to Okinawa Seasonal guide (spring, summer, autumn, winter)

Recommended clothes for traveling to Okinawa Seasonal guide (spring, summer, autumn, winter)
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In the domestic travel destination popularity ranking, always on top to go into Okinawa . with a warm image Okinawa However, depending on the season you visit what kind of clothes should i prepare , some people may get lost.

While comparing the temperature of Tokyo and Okinawa two cities, Recommended clothing and popular seasonal activities I will explain with a concrete example!

When planning your trip to Okinawa, please use this as a reference when choosing what to wear!

Climate and temperature in Okinawa

Okinawa map

The southernmost prefecture in the country, Okinawa .
As a “southern country that you can go without a passport”, it always ranks high in the popularity ranking of domestic travel destinations.

Okinawa is located in the southwest of the Japanese archipelago, and is influenced by the Kuroshio current that flows in the waters near Okinawa. hot and humid climate is.
Warm even in winter, compared to other prefectures Little temperature difference between summer and winter It is also a feature.

again, Okinawa is also known for its long summers. Physically, About half of the year is summer in Honshu It's the climate.
The seasons are slightly different from those of Honshu, but in this article, March-April is "spring," May-October is "summer," November-December is "autumn," and January-February is "autumn." We refer to it as "Winter".

Annual average/average maximum/average minimum temperature by city in Okinawa

Annual average/average maximum/average minimum temperature graph by city in Okinawa

Okinawa the islands of Approximately 1,000km east-west, 400km north-south are scattered in the range of
Okinawa's largest city, Okinawa main island of Naha located south of (naha) Ishigaki Island It can be seen that the stone wall of is higher in temperature.

Okinawa 2 cities and Tokyo We also compare the temperatures of There is a considerable difference in each average temperature between Okinawa and Tokyo, especially The average minimum temperature is close to 10°C wrong.
From the graph Warmth of Okinawa is transmitted.

Monthly Average Temperatures in Naha and Ishigaki Island

Monthly average temperature graph of Naha and Ishigaki Island

The monthly average temperature graph of the two cities in Okinawa is Gentle compared to Tokyo is transitioning to The temperature change in Ishigaki is more gentle than in Naha.
On the other hand, the graph for Tokyo is mountain-shaped, with temperatures rising sharply in the summer and falling in the winter.
From the graph, you can see that Naha and Ishigaki in Okinawa have a small temperature difference between summer and winter.

The average temperature is around 20°C even in winter. Okinawa . When planning a winter trip, Temperature difference between departure and arrival Considering this, you may need to devise a little ingenuity in preparing what to wear.

Also, not only the temperature but also the humidity is high. Okinawa climatic features. In case of sudden rain like a squall or sweating, replacement t-shirt Prepare a large amount of n Clothes made of quick-drying material It would be a good idea to choose

Okinawa: Recommended clothing for spring (March-April) and autumn (November-December)

Okinawa: Recommended clothing for spring (March-April) and autumn (November-December)
Recommended clothing
T-shirt, shorts / hoodie, cardigan, etc. / sunscreen / sunglasses / UV protection glasses / surf hat (beach hat) / parasol / sandals / beach sandals / towel / etc.
average temperature

Spring (March-April)
Naha 20.3℃ Ishigaki 22.2℃ Tokyo 11.9℃

Autumn (November-December)
Naha 20.8℃ Ishigaki 22.1℃ Tokyo 10.1℃

* Japan Meteorological Agency "Normal values (values for each year and month)" for each city * Calculated from the average of observation values for 30 years from 1991 to 2020

spring or autumn even in the season of Okinawa then Marine Sports can be enjoyed!
Popular SUP or parasailing Of course, it is also possible to experience.

early spring, Tokyo Then there are days when it snows and there are many chilly days, Okinawa then The sea opens in March Also a beach to hang out. after that, You can swim well until around October .

Okinawa: Recommended clothes for summer (May to October)

Okinawa: Recommended clothes for summer (May to October)
Recommended clothing
T-shirt (material that dries easily, such as synthetic fiber or linen) / Shorts / Polo shirt / Short-sleeved or sleeveless dress / Light long-sleeved shirt such as hoodie or cardigan / Stole / Sunscreen / Sunglasses / UV protection glasses / Hat for sun protection / Salt tablet / Rash guard / Sandals/beach sandals / Towel / etc.
average temperature

Summer (May to October)
Naha 27.2℃ Ishigaki 27.9℃ Tokyo 22.4℃

* Japan Meteorological Agency "Normal values (values for each year and month)" for each city * Calculated from the average of observation values for 30 years from 1991 to 2020

summer Okinawa of sea activities Perfect for enjoying!
snorkeling or Diving (scuba diving) is a particularly popular experience in Okinawa. Also, on rainy days Shisa making such as Manufacturing experience Also recommended.

Summer in Okinawa, where the temperature is high, The sun is strong Become. Sunscreen, sunglasses etc. Sun protection goods should be added to your inventory!

Okinawa: Recommended clothes for winter (January to February)

Okinawa: Recommended clothes for winter (January to February)
Recommended clothing
Short-sleeved shirt/Long pants/Skirt/Windbreaker or light down/Cardigan, shirt or other long-sleeve cover/Sunscreen/Sunglasses/Hat (Hat/cap, etc.)/Jacket/Jumper/Stole/Towel/Sneakers/Waterproof shoes etc.
average temperature

Winter (January to February)
Naha 17.4℃ Ishigaki 19.2℃ Tokyo 5.8℃

* Japan Meteorological Agency "Normal values (values for each year and month)" for each city * Calculated from the average of observation values for 30 years from 1991 to 2020

winter in Okinawa, Bus tour or 4 wheel buggy experience Such, Field other than the sea We recommend activities that
If it is the sea, it is limited to winter whale watching tour I would definitely like to include it in my itinerary.

Okinawa is warm even in winter, but if you spend the day wearing short sleeves or shorts, you will definitely feel the cold.
Can be folded compactly Windbreaker, thin down jacket, fleece It would be nice to add something like that to your belongings.

Popular tour ranking in Okinawa

Popular tour ranking in Okinawa

Throughout the year Marine Sports In Okinawa, where you can enjoy sea activities is popular.
untouched nature remains Okinawa main island of Yanbaru area or Iriomote Island Then Caving (cave exploration) or in the jungle Canyoning/Shower Climbing such as adventure experience is recommended. family with small children is also attracting attention.

1 rank

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2 rank

[Ishigaki Island / 1 day] Local coupon target! Full of river and sea! You might be able to swim with sea turtles! ? Natural Monument Mangrove SUPor Canoe & Blue Cave Snorkeling

Ishigaki Island ADVENTURE PiPi
Ishigaki Island
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  • 4.8
  • (179 reviews and testimonials)

[Regional coupon target plan! ] This plan can use regional coupons for national travel support (national travel discount)! *Regional coupons can only be used for local payments. Please note that advance payment is not available in principle. [Mangrove SUP/Canoe x Blue Cave Snorkeling] Mangrove designated as a national cultural property as a natural monument

3 rank

[Ishigaki island / half day] Local coupon target! Three Michelin stars! World-recognized "Kabira Bay" SUPor canoe experience tour [free photo data]

Ishigaki Island ADVENTURE PiPi
Ishigaki Island
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  • 4.8
  • (344 reviews and testimonials)

[Regional coupon target plan! ] This plan can use regional coupons for national travel support (national travel discount)! *Regional coupons can only be used for local payments. Please note that advance payment is not available in principle. [Kabira Bay SUP/Canoe] It is a plan to cruise the scenic spot "Kabira Bay" representing Ishigaki Island with SUP or canoe. Wide

4 rank

[Ishigaki Island/Evening] Applicable to regional coupons! Wrapped in a madder sunset... Selectable sunset SUPor canoe tour [free photo data]

Ishigaki Island ADVENTURE PiPi
Ishigaki Island
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  • 4.8
  • (187 reviews and testimonials)

[Regional coupon target plan! ] This plan can use regional coupons for national travel support (national travel discount)! *Regional coupons can only be used for local payments. Please note that advance payment is not available in principle. [Sunset SUP/Canoe] Cruising with a canoe/SUP while watching the sunset sky at the mangrove spot on Ishigaki Island

5 rank

[Ishigaki Island / 1 day] Local coupon target! If you get lost, this is it! Look for sea turtles! Kabira Bay SUPor Canoe & Blue Cave Snorkeling [Free photo data]

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Ishigaki Island
28,000 Circle 13,500 Yen~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!
  • 4.8
  • (367 reviews and testimonials)

[Regional coupon target plan! ] This plan can use regional coupons for national travel support (national travel discount)! *Regional coupons can only be used for local payments. Please note that advance payment is not available in principle. [Blue Cave Snorkeling x Kabira Bay SUP / Canoe] SUP or canoe at the scenic spot "Kabira Bay" representing Ishigaki Island, people

Wear the best clothes for your trip to Okinawa!

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by season Okinawa the temperature of Recommended clothing And so on. How was it?

When traveling in Okinawa, you should prepare according to the season Belongings and clothes are subtly different . Please refer to the article for a comfortable trip to Okinawa. Advance preparation I want to keep it solid!

Okinawa At the same time as investigating the climate of Book activities at your destination Also don't forget!

*Information such as plans, fees, and introduced facilities is current as of November 2022.

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