Weather, clothing, and recommended activities in October on the main island of Okinawa!

What is October like on the main island of Okinawa?

Okinawa (prefecture)A year-round tourist destination with beautiful nature and culture. Such is the case with Okinawa.October.Recommended season to enjoy mild weather!

andTourists are a little calmer than in high season.So, you can take your time to enjoy the experience.

This article introduces the weather and activities in October in Okinawa! Please refer to it♪

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Weather in Okinawa in October (temperature and water temperature)

Temperatures in October areAverage 25°Cand therefore comfortable temperatures that provide relief from the hot summer months.

On sunny days, the temperature rises during the day, so marine activities can be fully enjoyed!

Also, after the typhoon season, precipitation levels settle down in October.

The weather is stable and it is a very good season to enjoy Okinawa!

What to wear and bring in October in Okinawa

October is very hot with strong sunshine and no wind.Short sleeves and short pants are fine!

It is a good idea to have one lightweight cloak for protection against UV rays and for mornings and evenings when the temperature drops.

Temperatures will be cooler, but the sun will still be strong, so it is a good idea to bring sun protection items such as parasols, sunglasses, and hats!

October is a season of both hot and cold weather, so be prepared to bring something flexible to accommodate the climate.

Get a taste of Okinawan culture!
Recommended events in October

Next, we would like to introduce some October events in Okinawa!

Naha Tug of War Festival

This is a traditional festival held annually in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture.

The main event of the festival is a tug-of-war competition in which a large number of participants pull a large tug of war.

At the festival you can experience Okinawan culture and traditions,Locals and tourists enjoy togetherYou can do it!

Uruma Festival (Aug. 15 festival held at Uruma, Saitama Prefecture)

The event is held every fall in Uruma City in central Okinawa Prefecture, and the highlight of the festival is a bullfighting tournament.

闘牛が盛んなうるま市の名物ですがスペインのような牛vs人ではなく、牛同士を戦わせます。

重量１トン以上もある牛と牛とのぶつかり合いは大迫力です！

具志川総合運動公園での開催は改修工事により2024年で最後のようです。

Let's make your trip comfortable and convenient!
Advance reservations required for rental cars on the main island of Okinawa.

沖縄を快適に旅行するならレンタカーがおすすめです！

It is very convenient for participating in tours and visiting tourist spots!

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まだまだ海を楽しめる！
沖縄の10月のおすすめアクティビティ

沖縄で10月に楽しめるアクティビティについてご紹介します。

大自然の中で目一杯楽しめるアクティビティを厳選しましたので、ぜひ参考にしてみてください♪

snorkeling

Snorkeling is one of the typical marine activities!

透明度抜群の海で、シュノーケリングしながら可愛い熱帯魚やカラフルなサンゴを観察することができます。

Those who want to try marine activities easilySnorkeling is recommended for the

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Onna Village, Okinawa/2.5 hours] Same-day reservation OK! Blue Cave Boat Snorkeling Tour with Feeding Experience (No.3)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 13:00-15:30 / 15:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours4,000 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa / 2.5 hours] Blue Cave Snorkeling Tour for children from 1 year old! Safe and secure because it is a private tour for one group, even if you can't swim 《Feeding experience included / Free photo & video clip》 Same-day reservations OK (No.4)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 13:00-15:30 / 15:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours6,000 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa: A bearskin paradise! Boat snorkel experience tour 《with free photo shooting & feeding experience》（No.37)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 12:30 / 14:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours6,800 yen

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Okinawa Main Island Snorkeling Tour Okinawa Snorkeling Complete Guide! Comparison of recommended popular spots and tours Okinawa's main island remains as beautiful as ever and is famous as a snorkeling mecca. The beauty of the coral reefs, the clarity of the ocean, and the number of colorful tropical fish, all [...]. (78 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

diving

より海を堪能したいという方には、ダイビングがおすすめ！

シュノーケリングよりも海に深く潜ることができるダイビングは、沖縄の海を存分に堪能できます。

ダイビングでしか体験できない美しい海を冒険しましょう。

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Okinawa Blue Cave】Boat Experience Diving Tour☆《Comes with high quality GoPro photo & video recording》Comes with exciting feeding experience (No.2)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 13:00-15:30 / 15:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours16,000 yen

Winter Special SALE 【Feb-Nov】Okinawa 2 Major Activities Conquer☆Beginners welcome "Blue Cave" Experience Diving & Sound Parasailing Course♪ (No.117)開始時間9:15 / 9:50 / 11:15 / 11:20 所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours16,350 yen

Winter Special SALE [Onna Village, Okinawa/Half Day] Limited to 5 groups every day! Blue Cave Experience Diving & Parasailing with Great View《GoPro Underwater Photography》Dedicated Boat & Exclusive Underwater Guide (No.47)開始時間9:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 4.5 hours21,000 yen →directional marker or indicator18,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Okinawa Main Island (Onna Village) Experience Diving and Fun Diving Tours Beginners and experienced divers are welcome! Diving in the world-class ocean of Okinawa☆ Okinawa, with its top-class clear waters, is a popular diving spot not only for divers in Japan but also for divers from all over the world. Popular diving spots, including the Blue Cave and Cape Maeda, are scattered [...]. (48 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Canoe/Kayak

気軽に冒険気分を味わえるアクティビティとして、カヌー・カヤックもおすすめ。

これまでカヌーやカヤックに乗ったことがない初心者の方でも参加できますよ！

10月の心地のいい南国の風を感じながらゆったり楽しむことができます♪

↓Click here for recommended plans including canoeing and kayaking.

Onna Village, Okinawa/Excellent safety measures certified☆] Thrilling uninhabited island sea kayaking and snorkeling 《with high-quality photos and videos》（No.61）.開始時間8:00-12:00 / 12:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 4 hours6,800 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa Main Island/Onna Village/Onna Village: Sea kayak with private guide & tropical fish snorkeling tour on a tropical white beach (same-day reservation OK!)開始時間9:00 / 10:30 / 14:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 to 3 hours9,500 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa/One hour】Adults 0 years old and up are welcome to join!開始時間8:00-9:30 / 10:00-11:30 / 12:00-13:30 / 14:00-15:30 / 16:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.11,000 yen

↓ Tours in the mangroves are also very popular! ↓↓

Hishikawa, Okinawa Main Island】 ★No cancellation fee ★Sunset mangrove kayak tour to enjoy the beautiful sunset over the East China Sea! Photo gift & special discount available (No.142)開始時間1.5 hours before sunset所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,800 yen

Last-Minute Reservations OK! Discounts available for ages 2 and up! Experience the unique nature of Okinawa! Mangrove kayak tour (No.136)開始時間9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,800 yen

Okinawa Main Island, Hiyagawa River】 ★No cancellation fee ★Let's go on a mangrove kayak tour to meet the creatures of the Hiyagawa River ★Picture Presents & Special Discounts Available! (No.141)開始時間9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours5,800 yen

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Okinawa Main Island Canoe (Kayak) Tour Enjoyable for men and women of all ages! Okinawa Canoeing/Kayaking Experience Tour A popular activity that you should try at least once when you come to the main island of Okinawa (including Onna Village), "canoeing (kayaking)". (32 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

SUP

SUPはサーフボードの上に立ち、一本のパドルで漕ぐことで海を進むマリンアクティビティです。SNS映えすると人気We are collecting the

最高のシチュエーションで夕日を見るサンセットSUPは、旅の終わりに素敵な思い出になること間違いなしです♪

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Onna Village, Okinawa／1～2 hours】Will definitely look great on SNS! Clear SUP Experience Course☆Guiding to the most beautiful beach where sea turtles live ＜Including high quality drone shooting＞ (No.155)開始時間8:00-9:30 / 10:00-11:30 / 12:00-13:30 / 14:00-15:30 / 16:00-17:30所要時間Approx. 1 hr. 30 min.11,000 yen

Onna Village (northern part of the main island) / 2.5 hours】Beginners welcome! SUP cruising tour on the beautiful beach☆Photo shooting included/Heated showers/ Changing rooms/ Free parking (No.13)開始時間8:00 / 10:00 / 12:30 / 14:30所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours4,800 yen

Onna Village, Okinawa/3 hours】Reasonable price with popular menus as a set☆Sea turtle encounter rate is more than 80%! Clear Sap & Snorkeling Tour! Unlimited Use of Facilities ★《Comes with Free Photo & Movie & Drone Shooting》（No.215）.開始時間8:00-10:30 / 11:00-13:30 / 14:00-16:30 所要時間Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes17,500 yen

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Sunset SUP Cruising Tour☆An exciting experience at the end of the day! Photo shooting included / hot showers / changing rooms / free parking (No.12)開始時間Varies depending on the time of sunset所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours4,800 yen

Sunset SUP Tour (same-day reservation OK) Shower and changing room available! Full of facilities★（No.139)開始時間Varies depending on the season.所要時間Approx. 2 hours5,800 yen

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Okinawa Main Island (Onna Village) SUP Experience Tour Let's enjoy SUP on the main island of Okinawa (Onna Village)! SUP, which originated in Hawaii, has recently become a hot activity that can be experienced easily in the clear waters of Okinawa's main island. The boats are larger than surfboats [...]. (27 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

parasailing

パラセーリングは、モーターボートに引っ張られながら大迫力の体験ができます。

南国の海を空高くから眺めるのは、唯一無二の感動的な体験です♪

初心者でも気軽にチャレンジできるので、ぜひ体験してみましょう！

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Winter Special SALE 【Feb-Nov】Okinawa 2 Major Activities Conquer☆Beginners welcome "Blue Cave" Experience Diving & Sound Parasailing Course♪ (No.117)開始時間9:15 / 9:50 / 11:15 / 11:20 所要時間Approx. 3.5 hours16,350 yen

Parasailing 200m course with great view of the Kerama Islands☆10 min. from Naha Airport! You can join on the day of arrival and departure.開始時間Select from flights from 9:00 to 16:00
*Depends on the month of the event.所要時間Approx. 1.5 hours7,000 yen

Special Winter SALE [Okinawa Onna Village / 1 day] Limited to 5 groups every day! Blue Cave Snorkeling & Parasailing Tour by our own private boat 《Photo Free / Tropical Fish Feeding》（No.48)開始時間9:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00所要時間Approx. 4.5 hours17,000 yen →directional marker or indicator14,500suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.

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Okinawa Main Island Parasailing (Paragliding) Experience Tour Let's view the world-class Okinawa Sea from the sky! Okinawa Parasailing Experience Tour Feature Why don't you view the main island of Okinawa (Onna Village) from the sky? Parasailing is a popular activity that does not require any special skills and anyone can participate easily. Because it is in Okinawa, you can experience [...]. (22 in total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

Sightseeing Bus Tour

観光バスツアーはガイド付きで沖縄をより楽しむことができます。

自分で運転する必要がなく、バスの中でリラックスして風景を楽しむことができるのも魅力的♪

October.Tourists are a little calmer than in high season.ので、よりじっくり人気観光スポットを堪能することができます。

Recommended bus tours are here↓↓.

1-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour with Churaumi Aquarium Ticket (Course C)★Churaumi Aquarium→Kouryuri Island→Gokashi-Goten→Manzamo→Taitani American Village (No.180)開始時間8:35 / 9:05 / 9:45
*Varies depending on the boarding location.所要時間Approx. 11 hours6,980 yen

Okinawa/South Okinawa/1 Day] World Heritage Site "Saiba Gogoku" and Island of God "Hisakajima" Tour of Mysterious Power Spots ★Guided Tour《Free Time & Transportation》（No.193）.開始時間7:30-18:00 (varies)所要時間Approx. 7~10 hours12,900 yen

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Recommended Sightseeing Spots in Okinawa in October

次におすすめ観光スポットについてご紹介します。

沖縄には魅力溢れた観光スポットが、数多く存在しています！

今回は、特におすすめのスポットをピックアップしました♪

Churaumi Aquarium

美ら海水族館は、世界最大級の水族館として知られ、さまざまな海洋生物を観察できます。

最大の展示水槽は「カネゴン大水槽」と呼ばれ、ジンベエザメなどの大型魚が泳ぐ姿を間近で見ることができますよ♪

美ら海水族館に立ち寄れるバスツアーもあるので、レンタカーがない方におすすめ！

Churaumi Aquarium Basic Information

Address: 905-0206
424 Ishikawa, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
Access: Approx. 2 hours by car from Naha Airport (via expressway)
Approximately 3 hours by bus (using express bus)

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium   About Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium The Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is one of the most popular spots in the Ocean Expo Park, where visitors can experience the rich nature, history and culture of Okinawa, as well as interact with dolphins. The concept of the aquarium is "the mystery of Okinawa, as it is. The concept of the aquarium is to allow visitors to experience the Okinawan sea in its entirety [...].

↓You can go to Churaumi Aquarium! Recommended Bus Tour

1-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour with Churaumi Aquarium Ticket (Course C)★Churaumi Aquarium→Kouryuri Island→Gokashi-Goten→Manzamo→Taitani American Village (No.180)開始時間8:35 / 9:05 / 9:45
*Varies depending on the boarding location.所要時間Approx. 11 hours6,980 yen

Shuri Castle (in Kyoto)

首里城（しゅりじょう）は、沖縄本島に位置する歴史的な建造物です。

周辺には美しい庭園や展望台があり、首里城周辺の景色を楽しむこともできます！

暑さが少し落ちつく10月は散策もしやすいのでおすすめです♪

Kouri Island

沖縄本島の北部本部町に位置する島で、美しいビーチと透明度の高い海が人気のスポット！

波も穏やかで、シュノーケリングや泳ぎが楽しめます。

古宇利島へ行く際に通る「古宇利大橋」からの景色も綺麗で、特にサンセットが美しいことでも有名です。

Basic Information on Kouri Island

Address: Nakijin Village, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: [Car] Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes northward on Route 58 from Naha Airport.

Bus] Naha Airport/Naha City ⇒ Get off at "Nakijin Castle Ruins Entrance" (using Yanbaru Express Bus) About 2 hours and 30 minutes, 2,100 yen (in case of departure from Naha Airport)

Kouri Bridge   Kouri Ohashi Bridge is a bridge with a spectacular view that makes you feel as if you are driving on the sea.

↓arrow (mark or symbol)古宇利島で開催！おすすめのツアーはこちら↓

Northern Okinawa/75 min】Completely private tour! Kouri Island Boat Cruise Tour☆Convenient access from popular sightseeing spots! (No.64)開始時間9:00 - 16:00 (every 90 minutes)所要時間Approx. 75 min.6,000 yen

Northern Okinawa/3 hours] Completely chartered! Spectacular Jet Touring For small boat pilot license holders! Unexplored beaches and caves can be explored♪ (No.68)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours35,000 yen

Fun Diving Off Kouri Island, Okinawa★A 100-meter-long shipwreck lies off Kouri Island!開始時間7:00-12:00所要時間Approx. 5 hours25,000 yen

↓arrow (mark or symbol)古宇利島に行ける！おすすめのバスツアーはこちら↓

Sightseeing Bus Tour (Course B)★Tropical Dream Center→Gokagaten Temple→Manzamo→Ryukyumura→Hoshino Resort Banta Cafe (No.11)開始時間Varies depending on the meeting place.所要時間Approx. 10 hours6,500 yen

Yanbaru Forest

やんばるの森は、沖縄本島の北部に広がる亜熱帯雨林でハイキングや自然散策にぴったりのスポットIt is.

秋には過ごしやすく、美しい自然景観を楽しむことができますよ♪

やんばるの森の基本情報

住所：〒905-1411
沖縄県国頭郡国頭村辺土名
アクセス：◆車の場合
From Naha Airport, enter the Naha Interchange and drive north on the expressway for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

◆For buses
Highway Bus: Approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes from Naha Airport Bus Terminal to Nago City (1~2 buses per hour)
Yanbaru Express Bus: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes from Naha Airport Bus Terminal to Nago City (10 buses per hour)

◆For Taxis
From Naha Airport to downtown Nago costs about 15,000 yen and takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes

Okinawa Yanbaru Forest (Activities & Sightseeing) Tour A treasure trove of nature registered as a World Heritage site☆ Let's play in the "Yanbaru Forest," which is now the focus of much attention! Yanbaru is a forest area rich in nature that is representative of the main island of Okinawa. A new theme park "JUNGLIA" is scheduled to open in 2025 in northern Okinawa [...]. (29 total) アクティビティの詳細を見る

↓arrow (mark or symbol)やんばるの森で開催！おすすめのツアーはこちら↓

Nago City, Okinawa/3 hours] Great Adventure in the World Heritage Yanbaru Forest☆Jungle River Trekking Tour with Thrills and Adventurous Spirit★Free Photo（No.34開始時間8:30-11:30 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours8,500 yen

Sesoko Island

沖縄本島の北東部に位置し、美しいビーチや歴史的な名所が点在する島です。

「瀬底ビーチ」と呼ばれる美しいビーチがあり、透明度の高い海でシュノーケリングや泳ぎを楽しむことができます！

瀬底島の最北端に位置する瀬底岬（せそこみさき）は、美しい岬であり、絶景ポイント！

特に秋の夕日が素晴らしくおすすめのスポットです。

Basic Information on Sesoko Beach

住所：〒905-0227
5583-1 Sesoko, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa, Japan
アクセス：【車】那覇空港から国道58号線を北上して約1時間半

【バス】那覇空港から『888番　やんばる急行バス』または『117番高速バス（美ら海直行）』を利用し、『本部港』で下車。タクシーでホテルまでおよそ10分。

Sesoko Beach   Sesoko Beach is a remote island connected to the main island of Okinawa by a bridge and accessible by car. It is an 800m long natural beach surrounded by rich nature, with the azure blue surface of coral reefs and beautiful sunsets. Many tropical fishes such as mongara and lurid snappers are [...].

↓arrow (mark or symbol)瀬底島で開催！おすすめのツアーはこちら↓

No license required] Morning / Afternoon diving for 1 group only! Boat Experience Diving (2 Dives) Photo Present (No.50)開始時間8:00-12:00 / 12:30-16:30所要時間Approx. 4 hours18,000 yen

No license required] Limited to 1 group per afternoon! Boat Experience Diving (1 dive) Photo Present (No.54)開始時間12:30-15:30所要時間Approx. 3 hours15,000 yen

Nago, Okinawa/3 hours] Completely chartered! Spectacular Jet Touring For small boat pilot license holders! You can also explore the island and go swimming♪ (No.69)開始時間9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00所要時間Approx. 3 hours35,000 yen

summary

今回は、沖縄の10月について詳しくご紹介いたしました。

10月は気候が快適で過ごしやすく、またハイシーズンを過ぎて観光客も少ないため、観光スポットも落ち着いて巡ることができます！

魅力が溢れる沖縄の10月に遊びに行きましょう♪

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Introducing a 3-day/2-night model course to popular tourist spots on the main island of Okinawa!Contents1 Let's enjoy each area efficiently! 2 【Day 1】2.1 Arrive at Naha Airport around 11:00 a.m. 2.2 Pick up your rental car 2.3 Enjoy the view of the ocean and have lunch at a cafe 2.4 Visit the highest peak of Ryukyu Kingdom, St. [...].