[2025 Update] Travel to Okinawa in December | Temperature, Clothing, and Recommended Events

December XNUMX{2} (Tue.)
Sunny with occasional clouds Maximum temperature 23℃ Minimum temperature 19℃

Hello everyone. This is Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Nashiro Beach.

At this time of year, winter is in full swing in Honshu, but in Okinawa, the weather remains mild, similar to autumn in Honshu in December.
However, due to the north wind, it can get cold at night, and the temperature may feel much lower than the actual temperature.

For those of you who are planning a trip to Okinawa in December, we have compiled information on temperature, clothing, and events, so please feel free to use it as a reference.

Okinawa temperature in December

Average maximum temperature: around 21.5℃
Average minimum temperature: around 16.8℃

Temperatures can exceed 20°C during the day, and when the sun comes out it's comfortable even in light clothing.

Recommended clothing for December

daytime: Long-sleeved T-shirts, lightweight knitwear, hoodies
morning and night: Windproof outerwear (windbreaker, light down jacket, jacket) It's always good to have one outerwear!
shoes: Sneakers, short boots (sandals may be cold)
Belongings: Lap blanket, portable hand warmer, folding umbrella, sunscreen

Point: To protect against temperature differences,"Layered clothing that's easy to put on and take off"If you keep this in mind, you will have a very comfortable stay.

Okinawa events and recommendations for December

<Event>
◇Churashima Air Festival (Naha Air Base, Japan Air Self-Defense Force)
This is a large-scale air festival held at the Naha Air Base of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, adjacent to Naha Airport.
•Date and time: December 14, 2025, 9:00-15:00
• Facility: Naha Air Base, Japan Air Self-Defense Force
• Air Show: There will be impressive aircraft demonstration flights (including acrobatic flights) as well as aircraft displays on the ground.

<Recommended information>
◇Stargazing at Kitanashiro Beach♪
This natural beach is located in Itoman City in the southern part of Okinawa's main island and can be reached by walking from Meijo Beach, which is right in front of the Ryukyu Hotel.
Winter is said to be the season when the stars shine even more beautifully.
Also, after rain, the sky becomes clearer than usual because the rain has washed away dust in the air, making the stars shine brighter.
📍901 Nashiro, Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture, 〒0351-XNUMX

Illuminations are currently being held at the Ryukyu Hotel ♪

◇Moonlit Wonder Illumination
Event period: November 14, 2025 - February 28, 2026
Lighting times: 18:00-21:00
Location: Main area (South Wing side) and pool area
Click here for details＞

Come enjoy winter in Okinawa at Ryukyu Hotel & Resort Meijo Beach.

Ryukyu Hotel's New Year's holiday information can be found here: