Weather, clothing, and recommended activities for July in Iriomote Island!
Table of Contents
- 1 July is the best season in Iriomote Island! Introducing what you need to know before your trip!
- 2 Weather in July in Iriomote Island (temperature and typhoon conditions)
- 3 July Highlights in Iriomote Island
- 4 Let's enjoy the World Heritage! Recommended July Activities in Iriomote Island
- 5 Recommended Sightseeing Spots in July in Iriomote Island
- 6 Must-see for those who join a day trip from Ishigaki Island! Save with Iriomote Island ferry ticket set!
- 7 西表島 7月の観光・旅行に 関するよくある質問（FAQ）
- 8 summary
July is the best season in Iriomote Island!
Here's what you need to know before you travel
In the latter half of June, Iriomote Island, which used to have gloomy weather, is now out of the rainy season and the days of midsummer become pleasant. It is the best season because the summer solstice southerly wind is over and the wind hardly blows.
This article introduces information and recommended activities that you should know before visiting Iriomote Island in July!
Click here to book ferry tickets to Iriomote Island.
Weather in July in Iriomote Island (temperature and typhoon conditions)
In Iriomote Island in July, the rainy season is over and from daytime to nighttimeHot with little difference in temperature throughout the dayImage.
The climate is stable, so ferries (high-speed boats) are rarely cancelled, and travel can be enjoyed on schedule!
Lowest temperature: 25.1°C
Maximum temperature: 30.2 degrees Celsius
Average temperature: 27.4 degrees Celsius
Temperatures in July
Lowest temperature: 26.5°C
Maximum temperature: 32.1 degrees Celsius
Average temperature:28.9degree (angle, temperature, scale, etc.)
July has less rainfall than the rainy season, but it sometimes rains like squalls, which is characteristic of the subtropical zone. It is a one-off, short-lived rainfall,Tours will be held as usualThe following is a summary of the results of the project.
July may or may not have one typhoon, and the probability of typhoon arrival is lower than in August and September, but it is important to check typhoon information frequently.
Click here for Iriomote Island Typhoon Special ↓↓.
July Highlights in Iriomote Island
Iriomote Island is about 50 minutes by ferry from Ishigaki Island. What will surprise you as soon as you arrive at Iriomote Island is the clear emerald green sea that spreads all over the island.
Here are some highlights of July in Iriomote Island!
Peach pineapple and mango are in season!
Pineapples and mangoes are abundant on Iriomote Island, providing sweet and juicy fruits at a reasonable price. Various kinds of pineapples are grown andPeach Pineapple is popular among tourists.It is.
Pineapples and mangoes grown magnificently under the sun are extremely sweet and tender.
At Super Kawamitsu near Uehara Port in Iriomote Island, mangoes and pineapples can be shipped to your home or friends' homes!
Sunset to calm your burning body
July is the slowest time of the year for sunset (about 19:36).Why don't you enjoy the beautiful sunset of Iriomote Island sinking into the sea by SUP or canoe?
In Iriomote Island, you can enjoy the slowest sunset in Japan!
↓Click here for recommended sunset tours.
Enjoy the star-filled sky and summer constellations
Iriomote Island is one of the most wonderful places in Japan to see the starry sky.
In 2018, Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park, which straddles Ishigaki City and Taketomi Town, will beFirst in Japan to be recognized as a starry sky protected areaThe first time the company was founded, it was in the process of being reorganized into a new company.
The night sky in July in Iriomote Island has stable weather and the probability of seeing the Milky Way is high.
Night tours allow visitors to enjoy the starry sky as well as the sight and atmosphere of creatures that cannot be seen during the day!
↓Click here for recommended night tours.
See more night tours in Iriomote Island
Enjoy the world heritage!
Recommended July Activities in Iriomote Island
July is the best season to enjoy all activities, whether it be "ocean, river, or mountain".
Here are some popular activities you may want to participate in if you visit Iriomote Island in July!
Mangrove Canoeing/SUP
We will go through the mangrove river from the river mouth by SUP (sap) or kayak to the popular Koola Falls in Iriomote Island.
This is a tour not to be missed on Iriomote Island, where more than 90% of the island is surrounded by subtropical vegetation!
↓マングローブSUP・カヤックツアーはこちら↓
snorkeling
Because Iriomote Island offers colorful coral reefs and tropical fish even in shallow waters,Very popular with families with small children!
The mysterious underwater world is an extraordinary and precious experience, just like being inside an aquarium.
Enjoy the best part of summer: playing in the ocean.
↓Click here for recommended plans including snorkeling.
diving
Diving is a more in-depth experience than snorkeling in the rich wilderness of this designated national park!
In July, the sea condition is stable and the number of visits to "Ogan", a big spot in Iriomote Island, will increase. Diving in Iriomote Island isPopular with beginners and repeaters alike.Â
canyoning
Canyoning is "river rafting" in a mountain stream.Diving into slides and waterfalls created by nature isThrilling and exhilarating.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
This is a popular activity that can be enjoyed by both young children and adults during the warm summer months!
↓Click here for recommended plans including canyoning
Sagaribana Appreciation Tour
Have you ever heard of the mysterious flower "Sagaribana"? Sagaribana is a flower that blooms at night and falls in the morning.A fleeting flower for one night onlyIt is.
It is at its best from mid-June to the end of August. The petals emit a sweet vanilla-like fragrance, creating a magical world.
↓Click here for recommended plans including Sagaribana
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Barras Island Tour
Barasu Island, a miraculous island made entirely of coral fragments, is located between Iriomote Island and Hatoma Island.
Around the island, beautiful coral reefs and colorful tropical fish can be seen,Popular snorkeling pointsÂ
It is a popular spot to visit at least once when you come to Iriomote Island!
↓Click here for recommended plans including Baras Island.
Pinaisara Falls Tour
In the tour of "Pinaisara Falls," a standard popular spot in Iriomote Island,The No. 1 waterfall in Okinawa Prefecturein front of your eyes.
The sky is clear in July and the view from the top of Pinaisara Falls is beyond words.
It is a treasure house of nature that I want those who come to Iriomote Island for the first time to experience at least once!
↓Click here for recommended plans including Pinaisara Falls.
View more Pinaisara Falls tours
Recommended Sightseeing Spots in July in Iriomote Island
Iriomote Island, which is in its best season, has many spots recommended by local staff.
Here are some of them for your reference!
Star Sand Beach
Hoshisuna Beach (Star Sand Beach), the most popular beach in Iriomote Island, is crowded with many tourists in July and August.
The fact that there is a lot of star-shaped sand andLess susceptible to wind-driven wavesis a feature of this product.
Although the water is shallow, many tropical fish can be seen, so those with small children and first-time visitors can enjoy swimming in peace.
There are restaurants and cafes near the beach where you can take a break♪
Click here for tours you can experience at Hoshisuna Beach.
Iriomotejima limestone cave
Iriomote Island, formed by uplifted corals, has various limestone caves on the island, the most famous of which is the Iriomotejima limestone cave!
Iriomote Island limestone caves consist of three types of caves: one with a large entrance, one with a small entrance, and one with a narrow entrance and a total length of about 100m, which gradually narrows as you go deeper.
It is recommended to join a limestone cave caving tour where you can rent helmets, knee pads, elbow pads, flashlights, etc. because it is dark in the caves, you may get lost, and there is a possibility of injury!
You can enjoy subtropical flora and fauna along the way.
Click here for a list of tours including Iriomote Island limestone caves
Hatoma Island
Hatoma Island is located about 10 minutes by boat from Uehara Port on Iriomote Island.
The beautiful sea, known as Hatoma blue, can be viewed, and the island is lined with floating ball artwork called "floating art" and a relaxing time can be spent here.
Click here for a list of tours including Hatoma Island
Yubu Island
Yubu Island if you want to ride on a buffalo cart.is recommended!
Yubu Island, which is large enough to make a round in about one hour, is entirely a subtropical botanical garden, and can be reached by a buffalo cart from Iriomote Island.
Public transportation is difficult in unfamiliar territory and extreme heat. It takes longer to get there privately,If you join the tour, the guide will pick you up and drop you off, so it's easy. (Free time will be available in Yubu Island.)
*Yubu Island was introduced on May 29, 2022 on "Itte Q to the Ends of the World!
Click here for a list of tours including Yubu Island sightseeing
A must for those who participate in day trips from Ishigaki Island!
Save on Iriomote Island Ferry Tickets as a set.
For those who go from Ishigaki Island to Iriomote Island on a day trip, the tour that includes a ferry ticket to Iriomote Island and activities is by far the most economical!
No more hassle of having to buy a separate ferry ticket.Participation at a special priceSo please check it out.
西表島 7月の観光・旅行に
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
「日焼け」ではなく「火傷」に近いレベルの紫外線ですので、ラッシュガード、帽子、サングラスは必須です。また、トレッキング中は大量の汗をかくため、1日2リットル以上の水分補給を意識してください。
早朝のカヌーツアーに参加すれば、川面に浮かぶ幻想的な花の絨毯と甘い香りを堪能できます。7月後半になると徐々に花数が減っていくため、サガリバナが主目的であれば「海の日の連休」頃までを目安にするのがおすすめです。
台風が接近すると、船は数日前から欠航し、島に閉じ込められたり那覇から渡れなくなったりすることがあります。旅行保険への加入や、欠航時のホテルキャンセル規定を事前に確認しておくなど、プランB（代替案）を考えておくことが重要です。
3ヶ月前（4月頃）には航空券と宿を確保し、人気のツアー（ピナイサーラの滝やサガリバナ）も早めに予約することをお勧めします。直前だとレンタカーが全く借りられない「レンタカー難民」になるケースも多いため、移動手段の確保もセットで進めてください。
波も穏やかな日が多く、透明度は抜群です。ただし、この時期は水温上昇による「サンゴの白化現象」が懸念される時期でもあります。サンゴを守るため、日焼け止めは化学物質を含まないものを選び、絶対にサンゴの上に立たないよう注意しましょう。
summary
In July on Iriomote Island, tropical fruits are in season, exhilarating activities can be enjoyed to the fullest, and there is much to see and do!
Why don't you come and visit Iriomote Island during your summer vacation?
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