Okinawa islands

Okinawa islands Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Okinawa islands, Japan in July.

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Naha Ishigaki Island Miyako Island Yonaguni

Planning a getaway to the Okinawa islands, Japan this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Okinawa islands in July

The Okinawa islands, Japan is a region in Japan. July in the Okinawa islands generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) in Naha. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Okinawa islands, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Nakijin with an average of 133 mm (5.2 in) to high rainfall in Yonaguni with 153 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Naha enjoys about 240 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Okinawa islands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Okinawa islands — and find the best time to visit. (based on Naha)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March22°C (72°F) April24°C (75°F) May26°C (79°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September29°C (84°F) October28°C (82°F) November25°C (77°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Okinawa islands in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Okinawa islands.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Okinawa islands

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in the Okinawa islands, Japan?

Temperature range in the Okinawa islands (July)

Precipitation variation in the Okinawa islands (July)

Naha

In July Naha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
240 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
228 mm (9 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Naha →

Ishigaki Island

In July Ishigaki Island generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
262 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Ishigaki Island →

Miyako Island

In July Miyako Island generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
245 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Miyako Island →

Yonaguni

In July Yonaguni generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
153 mm (6 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
poor
Climate in Yonaguni →

Onna

In July Onna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
240 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
237 mm (9.3 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Onna →

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In our records: Japan July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Japan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in Japan reached 42°C (108°F) in Okayama on July 15, 1988.
  • From our sources, the wettest July day in Japan brought 312 mm (12 in) in Wakayama on July 6, 2018.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Okinawa islands in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Naha 30°C (86°F) 28°C (82°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Ishigaki Island 30°C (86°F) 28°C (82°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Miyako Island 30°C (86°F) 28°C (82°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Yonaguni 31°C (88°F) 28°C (82°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Onna 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Motobu 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)

The Okinawa islands weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Okinawa islands, Japan in July?

the Okinawa islands, Japan typically experiences unpleasant weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Naha average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 28°C (82°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Okinawa islands, Japan in July?

Average temperatures in the Okinawa islands, Japan during July range from a nighttime low near 28°C (82°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Naha.

Does the Okinawa islands, Japan get a lot of rain in July?

the Okinawa islands, Japan sees substantial rainfall in July. Naha typically averages about 137 mm (5.4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is July a Good Time to Visit the Okinawa islands, Japan?

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit the Okinawa islands, Japan with overall tolerable weather in Naha. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Okinawa islands, Japan is in January, February, March, April, October, November and December with generally pleasant weather in Naha. In contrast, August tends to have poor weather conditions.

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