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.
Minna Island, Motobu at a Glance#
Address: Minna Island (Motobu), Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
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.
Spring to early summer
March-June · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Warm seas and clearer skies for snorkeling and beach visits.
Autumn
September-November · 20-27°C (68-81°F)
Fewer tourists and still-warm waters; check for typhoon season timing.
Weather & Climate near Minna Island, Motobu#
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 53
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 16° - 20° | 18° | 125 mm | overcast | 75% | 5.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.6h |
| February | Acceptable | 16° - 19° | 18° | 127 mm | overcast | 77% | 5.0 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.1h |
| March | Acceptable | 17° - 21° | 19° | 165 mm | overcast | 76% | 5.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 20° - 23° | 22° | 191 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.7h |
| May | Good | 23° - 26° | 24° | 239 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.3h |
| June | Good | 25° - 29° | 32° | 240 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.6h |
| July | Good | 27° - 31° | 37° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.5h |
| August | Good | 27° - 31° | 36° | 232 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 5.1 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.9h |
| September | Very Good | 26° - 30° | 33° | 190 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Very Good | 24° - 28° | 26° | 168 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.4h |
| November | Very Good | 21° - 25° | 23° | 136 mm | overcast | 76% | 4.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| December | Good | 18° - 22° | 20° | 109 mm | overcast | 74% | 5.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
