Minna Island, Motobu
Island Small island off Motobu, Okinawa Prefecture
A small Ryukyu island off Motobu in Okinawa Prefecture, Minna offers day-trip beaches, snorkelling and a compact fishing village reached by short ferry from the main island.
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How to Get to Minna Island, Motobu #
Minna Island is reached by ferry from Motobu or nearby ports on Okinawa’s main island. Check local ferry schedules (seasonal) and book transport ahead during peak season.
Tips for Visiting Minna Island, Motobu #
- Ferries and high-speed boats serve Okinawa islands on scheduled runs - check the local timetables in advance.
- Renting a bicycle is a pleasant way to circle the island and visit beaches and viewpoints at a relaxed pace.
- Sample local seafood at small restaurants near the main port - island cuisine emphasizes freshness and simple preparation.
Best Time to Visit Minna Island, Motobu #
Best visited spring through autumn for beach and marine activities; avoid typhoon season.
Weather & Climate near Minna Island, Motobu #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 16°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2094 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (239 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (240 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 37°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (232 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (190 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
