Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Okinawa Trough

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Okinawa Trough...

Okinawa Trough is a geographical landform. The water temperature around Okinawa Trough has average variability throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 22.9°C (73.2°F) in March up to 29.1°C (84.4°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 26°C (79°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Okinawa Trough is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Okinawa Trough?

The current water temperature in the month of April in the waters around Okinawa Trough is ca:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are close to Okinawa Trough. The closest decent spot is Suicide Cliffs, which is more than 171.4km (106.5miles) away from Okinawa Trough. Click here for more information on Suicide Cliffs and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try surfing 5 rocks, which is ca 179.3km (111.3miles) away from Okinawa Trough. Another surfspot is 5 rocks, located roughly 179.3km (111.3miles) from Okinawa Trough.

Are there white sand beaches located close to Okinawa Trough?

Not many beaches are located in proximity to Okinawa Trough. One that might be worth checking out is Fulong Beach, which is 194.2km (120.6miles) away from Okinawa Trough. If you have some extra time, you can also check out South Bay, roughly 352.3km (218.8miles) away from Okinawa Trough.

What kind of wetsuit do I need for Okinawa Trough?

The sea temperature at Okinawa Trough is extremely warm, reaching up to 29°C (84°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is usually not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during early spring, sea temperatures come down to 23°C (73°F). During these months, a light wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be ok without a rashguard or 1mm top . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to carry a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the diving and fishing near Okinawa Trough?

Due to significant water temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 23 to 28°C (73-82°F) during spring. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during July, August, and September when sea temperatures go up to 24 to 29°C (75-84°F). Fish which can often times be found in waters with these temperatures include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Okinawa Trough: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Okinawa Trough...

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