Our Okinawa-based staff introduce what to wear, the weather and the best activities in Okinawa in November

November in Okinawa is relatively warm and comfortable, with temperatures of around 20 to 28°C.

You can still enjoy marine sports without any problem, and the mild warmth makes November in Okinawa a good time for sightseeing as well.

Also, travel costs to Okinawa are low in November, so if you don't plan to swim in the ocean, it may be a good idea to aim for this time of year for your Okinawa trip.

If you are interested in traveling to Okinawa in November, this article introduces "how to avoid a disappointing November trip to Okinawa" and "how to make the most of a November trip to Okinawa," so please take a look.

We hope this article helps you make the most of your November trip to Okinawa.

Travel costs for Okinawa in November

Although swimming in the ocean is not possible, Okinawa in November has comfortable temperatures, so you can enjoy marine sports and sightseeing to the fullest.

Because you can't swim in the ocean, a trip to Okinawa in November is a bargain compared with the peak season, which makes November one of the recommended times for anyone considering an Okinawa trip without ocean swimming.

Even if you hear that a November trip to Okinawa is cheap, it's hard to make travel plans unless you know your budget, isn't it?

So, to help those planning a trip to Okinawa in November, we used the search function of a travel site to research "travel costs for Okinawa in early November" and "travel costs for Okinawa in late November" separately.

Please use this as a reference when considering a November trip to Okinawa.

Travel costs for Okinawa in early November

In early November, Okinawa has warm days with highs of around 28 to 30°C, and you can enjoy marine sports to the fullest.

Setting ocean swimming aside, November is a time of year when you can enjoy a trip to Okinawa fully, but how much does a November trip to Okinawa cost?

Using the search function of the travel site Jalan, we researched budget tours for a trip to Okinawa in early November (3 days, 2 nights). The result: travel costs for Okinawa in early November came to 37,500 yen.

A trip to Okinawa in August (peak season) costs about 70,000 yen, so you can see that traveling to Okinawa in early November is a bargain by comparison.

Travel costs for Okinawa in late November

Next is late November in Okinawa, when temperatures start to drop a little compared with early November, to 20 to 25°C. How much does travel cost then?

Using the Jalan travel site in the same way as above, we researched the cost of a trip to Okinawa in late November (3 days, 2 nights). The result was 35,900 yen.

Partly because temperatures start to drop compared with early November, travel to Okinawa in late November tends to be slightly cheaper than in early November.

Okinawa weather, temperatures and what to wear in November

The climate in Okinawa is different from that of the mainland, so if you live on the mainland, it may be hard to imagine the temperatures and weather in Okinawa in November.

However, if you are traveling to Okinawa in November, the weather and temperatures are important information, because they affect "what clothes to take" and "what to pack."

We will introduce the weather, temperatures, clothing and recommended items for Okinawa in November, so please use this as a reference.

We hope you will check these points and enjoy your November trip to Okinawa with peace of mind.

Okinawa weather in November

First, we would like to introduce the weather in Okinawa in November. We can't provide future data, so please use the data for November 2024 (from the weather site tenki.jp) as a reference.

When we checked the number of days it rained in Okinawa in November 2024, it turned out that it rained on 15 out of 30 days, a high probability.

November temperatures in Okinawa

In Tokyo, temperatures in early November are said to be around 20°C, but how warm is Okinawa in November?

As with the weather, we researched the temperatures for November 2024 using information from the weather site tenki.jp.

The results showed that early November in Okinawa is relatively warm at 28 to 30°C, while late November cools down to 20 to 25°C.

Also, the "average high in Okinawa in November" and "average low in Okinawa in November" for 2024 are as follows.

That is equivalent to early October in Tokyo, so you can see that Okinawa in November has comfortable temperatures.

What to wear in Okinawa in November

Early November in Okinawa has a run of warm days, so you can get by in short sleeves and shorts, but temperatures tend to drop toward late November, so you will also need some protection against the cold.

In late November in Okinawa you don't need anything heavy, but you should prepare long-sleeved clothes and a light layer to throw on.

Recommended items to bring to Okinawa in November

Even in November, temperatures in Okinawa are high and some days have strong sunshine, so be sure to take good measures against UV rays.

For a November trip to Okinawa, we recommend bringing UV protection items like those above.

Recommended activities in Okinawa in November

Some of you may wonder, "Temperatures start to drop in Okinawa in November, so can I still enjoy marine sports?" But the water temperature in Okinawa in November is about 24.5°C, so you can enjoy marine sports where you wear a wetsuit, as well as marine sports where you don't get wet, without any problem.

Even so, if it's your first time in Okinawa, you may have trouble choosing activities in November, wondering "What kinds of activities can I enjoy in Okinawa in November?" or "Which activities are recommended in Okinawa in November?"

For those people, here we introduce 7 carefully selected activities recommended for Okinawa in November, chosen by our local Okinawa staff who know the area well.

Please use the information below to check out the activities you can enjoy in Okinawa in November.

Recommended November activity in Okinawa No. 1
Diving

Recommended November activity No. 1 in Okinawa is "diving," which lets you fully enjoy the beautiful underwater world of Okinawa's highly transparent sea.

The water temperature in Okinawa drops to about 24.5°C in November, but diving in a wetsuit with high heat retention is perfectly enjoyable.

We have put together a list of recommended diving spots in Okinawa in November, so please use it as a reference.

Recommended November activity in Okinawa No. 2
Snorkeling

Recommended November activity No. 2 in Okinawa is "snorkeling," which even beginners without a license can easily enjoy to experience Okinawa's underwater world.

Snorkeling is a marine sport in which you explore the sea using a simple breathing aid called a snorkel.

The water in Okinawa in November is on the cooler side at about 24.5°C, but just as with diving, you can still enjoy snorkeling in Okinawa in November as long as you wear a wetsuit.

The companies that run snorkeling tours in Okinawa in November are as follows.

Recommended November activity in Okinawa No. 3
SUP

Recommended November activity No. 3 in Okinawa is "SUP," recommended for those who want to take a leisurely tour over the ocean.

Among marine sports, with SUP you stand on a small board and use a paddle to glide slowly over the water, so you can enjoy Okinawa's sparkling emerald-green sea in a calm, relaxed way.

Details of the company that runs SUP tours in Okinawa in November are as follows.

Recommended November activity in Okinawa No. 4
Kayaking

Recommended November activity No. 4 in Okinawa is "kayaking," which lets you feel Okinawa's nature up close.

There are two types of kayaking in Okinawa, "sea kayaking" and "mangrove kayaking." Sea kayaking takes you out on the ocean, while mangrove kayaking lets you enjoy the mangrove forests, plants unique to tropical-rainforest Okinawa.

Information on the company that runs kayak tours in Okinawa in November is as follows.

Recommended November activity in Okinawa No. 5
Parasailing

Recommended November activity No. 5 in Okinawa is "parasailing," which gives you a panoramic view of the Okinawan sea while you feel the pleasant ocean breeze.

In parasailing, a boat tows a parachute-equipped rig, so you can fly exhilaratingly above the sea in Okinawa, and it is one of the most popular marine sports.

Parasailing doesn't involve touching the seawater, so you can enjoy it fully even in Okinawa in November, when temperatures start to drop.

Details of the company that runs parasailing tours in Okinawa in November are as follows.

Recommended November activity in Okinawa No. 6
Zip line

Recommended November activity No. 6 in Okinawa is the "zip line," which sends you gliding exhilaratingly over the emerald-green sea.

A zip line is an activity in which you wear a harness and glide along a wire rope that has been set up. Okinawa's zip line, which runs over the ocean, gives you the thrilling feeling of racing across the sea.

Details of the zip line you can enjoy in Okinawa in November are as follows.

Recommended November activity in Okinawa No. 7
Underwater sightseeing boat

Recommended November activity No. 7 in Okinawa is the "underwater sightseeing boat," recommended for people who can't swim in the ocean but still want to experience Okinawa's underwater world.

From the large viewing windows of the underwater sightseeing boat, you can enjoy the underwater world unique to tropical Okinawa, including colorful tropical fish and coral reefs.

Details of the underwater sightseeing boat in Okinawa in November are as follows.

Recommended sightseeing spots in Okinawa in November

Besides activities, Okinawa is also known for its many sightseeing spots.

For that reason, many visitors who aren't staying long worry about which spots to choose in the limited time they have.

So here we introduce sightseeing spots recommended for a November trip to Okinawa, carefully selected by our local Okinawa staff.

Please check these out and enjoy your November sightseeing in Okinawa.

Recommended November sightseeing spot in Okinawa No. 1
Shuri Castle Park

Recommended November sightseeing spot No. 1 in Okinawa is "Shuri Castle Park," where you can feel the history of the Ryukyu Kingdom, said to have lasted about 450 years.

Because of the fire that occurred in 2019, the whole castle cannot currently be seen, but Shuri Castle Park is the site of Shuri Castle, built in 1958.

Details of Shuri Castle Park, a recommended sightseeing spot in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Recommended November sightseeing spot in Okinawa No. 2
Nakagusuku Castle Ruins

Recommended November sightseeing spot No. 2 in Okinawa is the "Nakagusuku Castle Ruins," a World Heritage site known for the beauty of its gracefully curving castle stones.

Nakagusuku Castle is said to have been built up over a long period from the 14th century by Sakinakagusuku Aji and his descendants, and around 1440, Zakimi is said to have become the lord of the castle by order of the king.

Details of the Nakagusuku Castle Ruins, a recommended sightseeing spot in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Recommended November sightseeing spot in Okinawa No. 3
Manzamo

Recommended November sightseeing spot No. 3 in Okinawa is "Manzamo," where you can enjoy the contrast between the cobalt-blue sea and the cliffs covered in lush green.

The name Manzamo is said to have originated when a Ryukyu king described it as a "mo" (a field) big enough for ten thousand people to sit.

Details of Manzamo, a recommended sightseeing spot in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Recommended November sightseeing spot in Okinawa No. 4
Okinawa World

Recommended November sightseeing spot No. 4 in Okinawa is "Okinawa World," where you can enjoy Okinawan culture all in one facility.

At Okinawa World, in addition to Okinawa's largest "limestone cave" and a "Ryukyu glass-making experience" (a traditional Okinawan craft), you can enjoy a show of "Eisa," a traditional Okinawan dance.
Details of Okinawa World, a recommended sightseeing spot in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Recommended November sightseeing spot in Okinawa No. 5
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

Recommended November sightseeing spot No. 5 in Okinawa is the "Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium," where you can see the impressive whale sharks, as long as 8.8 m, and reef manta rays gracefully and dynamically gliding through the water.

The tank shining with 470 coral colonies is also well worth seeing and is very popular.

Details of the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, a recommended sightseeing spot in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Recommended November sightseeing spot in Okinawa No. 6
Kouri Ohashi Bridge

Recommended November sightseeing spot No. 6 in Okinawa is the "Kouri Ohashi Bridge," a bridge across the sea connecting Kouri Island and the main island.

The Kouri Ohashi Bridge, which spans the emerald-green sea, is 1,960 m long, and because you can look out over a spectacular view of the ocean from the bridge, it is also popular as a driving route.

Details of the Kouri Ohashi Bridge, a recommended sightseeing spot in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Recommended November sightseeing spot in Okinawa No. 7
Kokusai-dori Street

Recommended November sightseeing spot No. 7 in Okinawa is "Kokusai-dori Street," which is easy to reach from Naha Airport and is Okinawa's largest downtown shopping and entertainment district.

Kokusai-dori Street is lined with many "souvenir shops," "cafes" and "restaurants," so it welcomes large numbers of tourists all year round.

Kokusai-dori Street, a recommended sightseeing spot in Okinawa in November, is as follows.

Recommended November sightseeing spot in Okinawa No. 8
American Village

Recommended November sightseeing spot No. 8 in Okinawa is "American Village," a photogenic spot that recreates an American-style townscape in bright colors.

At American Village, you can enjoy not only the townscape but also American-style meals and cafes.

American Village, a recommended sightseeing spot in Okinawa in November, is as follows.

Recommended craft experiences in Okinawa in November

Recently, besides activities and sightseeing, "craft experiences" that let you feel Okinawan culture up close have become popular.

Among Okinawa's craft experiences, we introduce 3 that are getting attention right now and are also held in November, so please check them out.

For details of the craft experiences you can try in Okinawa in November, please see the sections below.

Recommended craft experience in Okinawa in November No. 1
Shisa painting experience

Recommended November craft experience No. 1 in Okinawa is the "shisa painting experience," in which you paint a figurine that is said to protect Okinawan homes.

You can color a cute shisa designed like a character and make an original piece to your own taste.

The shop where you can try a shisa craft experience in Okinawa in November is as follows.

Recommended craft experience in Okinawa in November No. 2
Ryukyu glass

Recommended November craft experience No. 2 in Okinawa is the craft experience with "Ryukyu glass," a traditional Okinawan craft.

Beautiful Ryukyu glass, with its sparkling air bubbles, is loved by locals and is also popular with tourists.

The shop where you can try a recommended Ryukyu glass craft experience in Okinawa in November is as follows.

Recommended craft experience in Okinawa in November No. 3
Photo frame making

Recommended November craft experience No. 3 in Okinawa is "photo frame making," in which you decorate a frame reminiscent of Okinawa's white sandy beaches with parts such as shells and shisa.

It might be nice to display a photo from your Okinawa trip in the photo frame you made yourself.

The shop where you can make a photo frame, a recommended craft experience in Okinawa in November, is as follows.

Pools in Okinawa where you can swim even in November

The water in Okinawa in November is cold, and unfortunately you can't swim in the ocean.

For that reason, many visitors to Okinawa in November look for pools that are open in November, wondering, "Isn't there a pool where I can swim in Okinawa in November?"

Of course, the pools can't be used either at the usual water temperatures of Okinawa in November, but from November onward, Okinawa's pools are switched over to heated pools.

That's right, with a heated pool, there are pools you can use in Okinawa even in November!

We introduce 3 specially selected pools among the heated pools you can use in Okinawa in November, so please take a look.

Based on the information below, we hope you will enjoy the pools in Okinawa even in November.

Pool you can use in Okinawa in November No. 1
Hoshino Resorts BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki

Pool No. 1 you can use in Okinawa in November is the pool at the well-known Hoshino Resorts group hotel "Hoshino Resorts BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki."

The pool at Hoshino Resorts BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki changes to a heated pool from November, so you can use it even in Okinawa in November, when the water temperature starts to drop.

Details of Hoshino Resorts BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki, a recommended pool in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Pool you can use in Okinawa in November No. 2
Hoshinoya Okinawa

Pool No. 2 you can use in Okinawa in November is the pool at "Hoshinoya Okinawa," where all year round you can enjoy the feeling that the sea and the pool are connected.

The pool at Hoshinoya Okinawa offers a luxurious space brimming with a tropical resort atmosphere, and is well suited to those who want to spend a relaxing time.

Details of "Hoshinoya Okinawa," a recommended pool in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Pool you can use in Okinawa in November No. 3
LEQU Okinawa Chatan Spa & Resort

Pool No. 3 you can use in Okinawa in November is at "LEQU Okinawa Chatan Spa & Resort," whose appeal is the spectacular ocean view stretching out right in front of the pool.

The pool at LEQU Okinawa Chatan Spa & Resort is heated, so you can use it without any problem even in November, when the water temperature starts to drop.

Details of "LEQU Okinawa Chatan Spa & Resort," a recommended pool in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Events in Okinawa in November

If you are going to Okinawa in November anyway, many of you probably want to enjoy the events held in Okinawa that month as well.

For those people, we introduce 3 popular Okinawan events held in November where you can feel Okinawan culture.

Please use the information below to check out the Okinawan events held in November as well.

Event in Okinawa in November No. 1
Shuri Castle Restoration Festival

Event No. 1 in Okinawa in November is the "Shuri Castle Restoration Festival," held in early November on Kokusai-dori Street and at Shuri Castle Park.

At the Shuri Castle Restoration Festival you can see gorgeous processions that recreate the royal-court era, and you can also enjoy a variety of other programs.

Details of the Shuri Castle Restoration Festival, held in Okinawa in November, are as follows.

Event in Okinawa in November No. 2
Yomitan Yachimun and Crafts Market

Event No. 2 in Okinawa in November is the "Yomitan Yachimun and Crafts Market," where works gathered from workshops across Okinawa are on display, such as yachimun, traditional Okinawan pottery, and Ryukyu glass, a traditional Okinawan craft.

For details of the "Yomitan Yachimun and Crafts Market," held in Okinawa in November, please see below.

Event in Okinawa in November No. 3
Sho Hashi Half Marathon in Nanjo City

Event No. 3 in Okinawa in November is the "Sho Hashi Half Marathon in Nanjo City," a marathon featuring a course where you can feel Okinawan culture.

For details of the "Sho Hashi Half Marathon in Nanjo City," held in Okinawa in November, please see below.

Q&A about Okinawa in November

The climate in Okinawa differs from the mainland, so visitors from the mainland often have trouble picturing what kind of season November is in Okinawa, and we are sometimes asked questions like the following by visitors who come to Okinawa in November.

We have included answers to the questions above in the hope that they will help those traveling to Okinawa in November, so please take a look.

Can you swim in the ocean in Okinawa in November?

Unfortunately, you can't swim in the ocean in Okinawa in November.

What fruits are in season in Okinawa in November?

Fruits in season in Okinawa in November include passion fruit, dragon fruit and bananas.

Is there a chance of a typhoon in Okinawa in November?

According to Japan Meteorological Agency data for November 2023, no typhoon came near Okinawa even once in November 2023.

Summary

Out of a wish for everyone traveling to Okinawa in November to enjoy it fully, this article has provided the following information about "Okinawa in November."

So that you don't end up thinking "I made a mistake" after arriving in Okinawa, please use this article as advance information for your November trip to Okinawa.

Now, enjoy your trip to Okinawa in November!