What is the weather like in Naha in May?

Expect temperatures between 22°C and 25°C with 42% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Naha in May?

Naha in May scores 56/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Naha in May?

May in Naha is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Naha Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

25°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

22°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

31days

42% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

East China Sea(東シナ海)

24.5°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

☀️Warm

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

East China Sea

東シナ海

Naha coastline

Essential Travel Info for Naha

🗓️ Best Time to Visit 📖 Travel Guide 🍴 Food Guide

Currency

JPY

¥ Japanese yen

Language

Japanese

Driving

Left side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.336

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

50/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

May

Monthly Traffic Distribution

179

Jan

187

Feb

185

Mar

162

Apr

162

May

190

Jun

192

Jul

195

Aug

189

Sep

182

Oct

186

Nov

183

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Tokyo (HND)

Fukuoka (FUK)

Tokoname Chubu Centrair (NGO)

Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan (TPE)

Ishigaki (ISG)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

8 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Japan. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Japan.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Japan.If rabies exposures occur while in Japan, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Naha?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(56/100)

Short Answer

⚠️ May falls in Naha's typhoon season. While daily weather averages 25°C with 42% rain, tropical storms can disrupt travel. Flexible bookings recommended.

Decision Factors

Typhoon season active

Western Pacific zone - expect potential typhoon activity

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

47 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Very high humidity

82% average humidity

Ideal temperature range

25.4°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Pleasant swimming conditions

24.5°C sea temperature

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🎯
Adventure seekers
1.1m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
82% humidity creates difficult conditions
💼
Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Naha in May averages 25°C with 42% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Naha in May

What are the temperatures in Naha in May?

Daytime highs average 25°C, nights drop to 22°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Naha in May?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Naha in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Naha?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Naha Weather in May