Verdict: Good month
Okinawa Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Okinawa — highs around 26°C (79°F), ideal for a full day on foot. It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 19 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, May is a solid month to visit Okinawa.
Average high
26°C / 79°F
Average low
22°C / 72°F
Rain days
~19
Precipitation
351 mm
What to pack for Okinawa in May
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 19 days
- Quick-dry shoes — downpours are short but heavy
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Okinawa: Jul (30°C / 86°F) · Coolest: Jan (20°C / 68°F) · Wettest: Jun (~23 rain days)
20°
16°
Jan
20°
16°
Feb
22°
18°
Mar
24°
20°
Apr
26°
22°
May
28°
25°
Jun
30°
27°
Jul
30°
27°
Aug
30°
26°
Sep
28°
24°
Oct
25°
21°
Nov
21°
17°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)