Izena Island
Island Okinawan island with traditional Ryukyuan culture
North of Okinawa’s main island, Izena Island retains Ryukyuan traditions, small fishing villages and castle ruins; tourists come for beaches, local festivals and scuba diving.
How to Get to Izena Island #
Izena Island is reached by ferry from the Okinawan main island (departures from Motobu or nearby ferry ports depending on schedules). Check prefectural ferry timetables and seasonal variations.
Tips for Visiting Izena Island #
- Plan boat transport in advance; daily ferries may not run year-round.
- Try local sea urchin or octopus specialties on the island - Izena has strong fishing traditions.
- Visit the Izena Island Observatory if open - the island's low light pollution makes it good for stargazing.
Best Time to Visit Izena Island #
Late spring and summer are best for access and events; winters are quiet and some services may be reduced.
Weather & Climate near Izena Island #
Izena Island's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2062 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (238 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (241 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (221 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
