Okinawa Weather in May
Japan · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
May in Okinawa is warm, with average daytime highs around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows near 22°C (72°F). Expect roughly 245mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
Avg high
27°C
81°F
Avg low
22°C
72°F
Rainfall
245mm
very wet
Rainy days
11
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 138 hours of sunshine over the month (~5h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- light summer clothing
- sunscreen and sunglasses
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
May vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Okinawa in May?
- May in Okinawa is warm, with average daytime highs around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows near 22°C (72°F). Expect roughly 245mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
- Does it rain a lot in Okinawa in May?
- Okinawa sees around 245mm of precipitation in May on average — very wet by global standards.
- Is May a good time to visit Okinawa?
- May is a workable month to visit Okinawa, but expect some weather trade-offs.