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Yoronjima

Island

A subtropical Ryukyuan island with white-sand beaches, coral reefs and a small local culture; popular for snorkeling, relaxed beach stays and regional cuisine.

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Yoronjima essentials

Address: Yoron (Yoronjima), Setouchi, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan
Website: town.yoron.lg.jp
Admission: Free (entry to the island). Ferry/airfare not included.

Yoronjima, also called Yoron, is an island in Kagoshima Prefecture belonging to the Amami island group of southwest Japan. The island is noted for its sandy beaches, coral reefs and subtropical vegetation.

Beaches and nearshore reefs make the island a destination for swimming, snorkeling and short coastal excursions. Local culture reflects Ryukyuan influences and there are small settlements, guesthouses and beaches distributed around the island.

Yoronjima lies in the East China Sea between the larger islands of Kyushu and Okinawa, and is administratively part of Kagoshima Prefecture.

  • Natural features: Part of the Amami and Ryukyu island groups, the island is known for coral-fringed beaches, clear waters and a subtropical climate.
  • Access: Served by a small airport and regular ferry links, the island is reachable from larger regional hubs in Kyushu and Okinawa.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Yoronjima#

Best from late spring to early autumn for beaches and water activities, with late spring/early summer offering warm weather and fewer crowds than peak summer.

Spring
Mar-May · ~18-26°C
Warm and pleasant - excellent for beach activities and outdoor exploration before the hottest months.
Summer
Jun-Aug · ~25-31°C
Warmest season and busiest for tourism; note the regional typhoon season runs through parts of summer/autumn, which can affect travel.
Winter
Dec-Feb · ~15-20°C
Cooler and much quieter - good for a low-key visit though sea temperatures are cooler for swimming.

Weather & Climate near Yoronjima#

Climate

Yoronjima'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 (2085 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 51 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 14° - 18° 16° 125 mm overcast 75% 5.1 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.5h
February Acceptable 14° - 19° 16° 127 mm overcast 77% 5.3 m/s 0.9 moderate 11.1h
March Acceptable 16° - 20° 18° 160 mm overcast 76% 5.0 m/s 1.2 high 11.9h
April Good 18° - 23° 21° 208 mm overcast 79% 4.8 m/s 1.5 high 12.7h
May Good 21° - 26° 24° 240 mm overcast 83% 4.4 m/s 1.7 very high 13.4h
June Good 24° - 28° 26° 248 mm overcast 89% 4.3 m/s 2.0 very high 13.7h
July Good 26° - 31° 35° 177 mm partly cloudy 84% 4.4 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.6h
August Very Good 26° - 31° 34° 210 mm partly cloudy 82% 5.1 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.0h
September Very Good 25° - 30° 31° 168 mm partly cloudy 80% 5.0 m/s 1.9 very high 12.2h
October Very Good 23° - 27° 25° 164 mm partly cloudy 77% 4.8 m/s 1.3 high 11.4h
November Very Good 19° - 24° 22° 147 mm overcast 75% 5.1 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.7h
December Good 16° - 20° 18° 111 mm overcast 74% 5.0 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h