Kurima-jimaKurima-jima at a Glance#
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Kurima-jima#
Kurima-jima is best visited in spring or autumn for mild weather, calmer seas, and reliable ferry service.
Spring (March-May)
Mar-May · 18-25°C (64-77°F)
Comfortable temperatures and lower humidity; good for cycling and beach walks.
Summer (June-August)
Jun-Aug · 25-32°C (77-90°F)
Hot and humid; ferries run frequently but typhoon season begins late summer.
Autumn (September-November)
Sep-Nov · 20-28°C (68-82°F)
Warm seas and clearer skies after summer storms; a good time for snorkeling.
Weather & Climate near Kurima-jima#
Climate
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2113 mm/year), wettest in August.
Air Quality:
AQI 45
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 16° - 20° | 18° | 149 mm | overcast | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| February | Good | 16° - 20° | 18° | 132 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| March | Good | 18° - 22° | 20° | 149 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 20° - 25° | 22° | 163 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.6h |
| May | Good | 23° - 27° | 25° | 213 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.7 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.2h |
| June | Very Good | 25° - 29° | 31° | 184 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 3.6 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.5h |
| July | Good | 26° - 31° | 35° | 150 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.4 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.4h |
| August | Very Good | 26° - 31° | 33° | 232 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.5 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.9h |
| September | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 31° | 211 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Very Good | 23° - 27° | 25° | 211 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.5h |
| November | Good | 21° - 24° | 23° | 171 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.8h |
| December | Acceptable | 18° - 22° | 20° | 148 mm | overcast | 76% | 4.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Kurima-jima#
Regular ferries and a road bridge connect Kurima-jima to Ishigaki Island. From Ishigaki Port, take a local ferry (20-30 minutes) or drive over the Kurima Bridge if renting a car on Ishigaki. The island is compact and best explored by bicycle or scooter; there are small parking areas near beaches and viewpoints.
Tips for Visiting Kurima-jima#
- Ferry schedules between Ishigaki and Kurima-jima change seasonally; check Ishigaki Port timetables the day before.
- Rent a bicycle to explore narrow coastal roads; the island is small but hilly.
- Try local goya (bitter melon) dishes - Kurima-jima grows some of the region's best produce.