April · Japan
Best time to visit Okinawa in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Okinawa in April
Average temperature 22°C, 133 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 133 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Okinawa scores 7.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 22°C, 133 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Okinawa's Ryukyu castles, coral reefs, and island ferries spread across a subtropical chain south of mainland Japan.
April in Okinawa tops the year's climate scores
With 22°C (72°F) on average, April delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
133 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Okinawa at 7.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Okinawa in April?
- In April, Okinawa averages 22°C, 133 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Okinawa?
- April earns a 7.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Okinawa in April?
- Expect about 133 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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