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Seasons of Okinawa
The minimum temperature almost never drops below 10℃ even when it is cold. The end of the month marks the beginning of cherry blossom season. |
The temperatures gradually become warmer in February and many events related to Chinese New Year’s are held. |
There is one day where spring turns to summer-like weather and various butterflies begin to appear around Okinawa. |
There are many fine days during this pleasant time of the year. From the middle of the month the Main Island turns red with the blooming of the Deigo (Indian Coral Bean), the Prefectural flower of Okinawa. |
There is one day where spring turns to summer-like weather and various butterflies begin to appear around Okinawa. |
The end of the rainy season signals the beginning of summer. The weather is excellent with temperatures hovering around 27℃. There are also many colorful flowers blooming. |
The hibiscus further adds to the palette of color under the bright sun. The rain returns towards the end of the month, replenishing the earth after the long clear weather. |
The hot sun gradually increases in intensity, and the blue of the ocean with its coral reefs becomes darker. Although the sunlight is strong, it is easy to cool down in the shade. |
The sun still shines hot until mid-September but it begins to slightly weaken towards the end of the month. The daytime highs are 30℃ or more but the mornings and evenings are comfortable as there are many nights where the temperature is 25℃ or less. |
It gradually turns to autumn in October. From the end of the month there are many nice autumn days and the weather is very stable. Like April, October is a very comfortable time of the year. |
The cool autumn temperatures increase, and the ears of sugarcane appear when the cold winds arrive at the end of the month. It is time to switch to winter clothes. |
Okinawa’s short winter begins. The average temperature is around 18℃, and there are many cloudy days. |
