Shimojishima Airport is a small island airport in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It is used for general aviation, charter and occasional scheduled services and has a compact passenger terminal.
Getting to and From Shimojishima Airport #
There is no rail access; most transfers are by road between the airport and local towns or resorts, often under 30 minutes.
- Taxi / car hire: The primary options for reaching nearby island destinations.
- Shuttle services: May be provided by hotels or tour operators-check in advance.
- No rail link: Road transfers are required for all onward travel.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Shimojishima Airport #
Facilities are compact and island‑focused: a small terminal with basic passenger services, limited dining and shopping options, and minimal lounge facilities. Power outlets and Wi‑Fi availability can be limited-check with the operator.
Weather & Climate near Shimojishima Airport #
Shimojishima Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 15°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2123 mm/year), wettest in August.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 15° - 20° | 18° | 153 mm | overcast | 77% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| February | Good | 15° - 20° | 18° | 132 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| March | Good | 17° - 22° | 20° | 147 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 20° - 25° | 22° | 161 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.6h |
| May | Good | 22° - 27° | 25° | 214 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.0 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.2h |
| June | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 32° | 188 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 3.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.5h |
| July | Good | 26° - 31° | 35° | 154 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.3 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.4h |
| August | Good | 26° - 31° | 34° | 235 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.9h |
| September | Very Good | 25° - 30° | 31° | 212 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Very Good | 23° - 28° | 25° | 208 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.7 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.5h |
| November | Good | 20° - 25° | 22° | 172 mm | overcast | 78% | 5.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.8h |
| December | Acceptable | 17° - 22° | 19° | 147 mm | overcast | 76% | 4.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |