Naha→
Station: NahaNaha, Kokusai-dori, Shurijo Castle, Naminoue Shrine
High
28.1℃
Low
23.5℃
- Precip.
- 179.2mm
- Sunshine
- 163h
- Sunset
- 18:02
Busy with the Naha Otsunahiki tug-of-war. Highs around 28°C
Okinawa Weather Guide
Okinawa Weather in October: What to Wear & Expect
October is when the heat eases and Okinawa becomes comfortable. Naha's high is 28.1°C, with mornings around 23°C. Typhoons can still come early in the month, but from mid-month on there are more days of settled weather. The water is still warm, and on sunny days you can enjoy the sea. In Naha, the Otsunahiki tug-of-war is held, and the city buzzes with this spectacular event in which huge crowds pull on a giant rope.
- Naha high
- 28.1℃
- Naha low
- 23.5℃
- Naha rainfall
- 179.2mm
- Naha sunset
- 18:02
Overview
Okinawa in October: Key Points
- ✓Naha's high is 28.1°C, with mornings around 23°C
- ✓The heat eases, making sightseeing comfortable
- ✓The water is still warm, and you can enjoy the sea on sunny days
- ✓Still watch out for typhoons early in the month
By Area
October Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for October 15.
Onna & West Coast Resorts→
Station: NahaOnna, Cape Manzamo, Blue Cave, Chatan
High
28.1℃
Low
23.5℃
- Precip.
- 179.2mm
- Sunshine
- 163h
- Sunset
- 18:01
You can still enjoy the sea on sunny days. A season of beautiful sunsets
Motobu & Churaumi→
Station: NagoChuraumi Aquarium, Kouri Island, Sesoko Island, Nago
High
28.0℃
Low
22.5℃
- Precip.
- 184.7mm
- Sunshine
- 166h
- Sunset
- 18:01
Highs around 28°C. A good season for a drive to Kouri Island
Yanbaru→
Station: OkuKunigami, Cape Hedo, Daisekirinzan, Hiji Falls
High
25.8℃
Low
21.3℃
- Precip.
- 225.9mm
- Sunshine
- 130h
- Sunset
- 18:00
Highs around 26°C. The good season for forest trekking begins
Kerama Islands→
Station: TokashikiTokashiki Island, Zamami Island, Aka Island
High
25.8℃
Low
21.9℃
- Precip.
- 157.4mm
- Sunshine
- 180h
- Sunset
- 18:04
The water is very clear: a good season for diving
Miyakojima→
Station: MiyakojimaYonaha Maehama Beach, Irabu Bridge, Cape Higashi-Hennazaki
High
27.8℃
Low
23.8℃
- Precip.
- 157.9mm
- Sunshine
- 152h
- Sunset
- 18:13
Highs around 28°C. Still short-sleeve weather for enjoying the sea
Ishigaki→
Station: IshigakijimaKabira Bay, Ishigaki Port, Cape Tamatorizaki
High
28.8℃
Low
23.9℃
- Precip.
- 211.2mm
- Sunshine
- 158h
- Sunset
- 18:18
Highs around 29°C. Summer beach weather carries on
Iriomote & Taketomi→
Station: IriomotejimaIriomote, Taketomi, Yubu Island, Urauchi River
High
27.8℃
Low
23.4℃
- Precip.
- 213.1mm
- Sunshine
- 139h
- Sunset
- 18:19
The heat eases: a lovely season for canoeing and waterfall hikes
What to Wear
What to Wear in Okinawa in October
Tops
Mainly short sleeves; a light long-sleeve shirt is handy too
Outerwear
A light cardigan for mornings, evenings and air conditioning
Bottoms
Lightweight pants or skirts
Shoes
Sneakers or sandals
Accessories
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and swimsuit
Summer clothes are fine in the daytime. Late in the month, 1 light layer for mornings and evenings is a good idea.
Good to Know
Good to Know
Watch out for typhoons early in the month
Typhoons can still come in early October. Check typhoon information before your trip.
The last season to enjoy the sea
The water is still warm, and you can enjoy the sea on sunny days. On windy days, however, the waves get high.
The sun is still strong
Even as the heat eases, UV levels are like summer in mainland Japan. Don't forget sunscreen.
A good season for forests and island hopping
As the heat eases, forest walks in Yanbaru and on Iriomote, and strolls around Taketomi, become comfortable.
Events
October Events & Highlights
An event in which more than 10,000 people pull on a giant rope about 200m long and weighing around 40 tons. Visitors can join in too.
Read the guide：Naha Great Tug-of-War Festival →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
- PRKlookYui Rail 1-Day Digital Ticket (Okinawa)Unlimited monorail rides for one day, handy for getting from Naha Airport to Kenchomae and Onoyama ParkView on Klook
- PRKlookEasy Ryuso (Traditional Okinawan Costume) Experience & Photo Shoot (Naha)Wear ryuso, traditional Okinawan costume, and have photos taken at a shop 8 minutes' walk from Kokusai-doriView on Klook
Autumn Sea
Beaches all over OkinawaOctoberThe summer crowds have gone, and you can take your time enjoying the still-warm sea.
Mi-nishi (First Northerly Wind)
All over OkinawaOctober–NovemberThe first cool northerly wind of autumn. In Okinawa, it's known as the wind that heralds the arrival of autumn.
Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What's the temperature in Okinawa in October?＋
In Naha, the average high is 28.1°C and the low is 23.5°C. Short sleeves are fine in the daytime.
Q. Can you swim in Okinawa in October?＋
The water is still warm, and you can swim on sunny days. Some days are windy with high waves, so follow the beach notices.
Q. Is October a good time to visit Okinawa?＋
The heat eases and typhoons settle down after early October, so it's a great time to enjoy both sightseeing and the sea.
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Okinawa TripPR
Other Months
Okinawa Weather in Other Months
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperatures are from a representative station in each area; actual weather varies from year to year.