Japan

Onna

Onna - photo 1

Photo by Malcolm Leonard on Unsplash.

Onna is a coastal area in Okinawa (Nakagami District) that’s known mainly for access to the island’s clear, warm inshore waters. Most diving is based on nearby reef sites along the west coast, typically reached by short boat rides or in some cases from shore, depending on the specific spot and season. You’ll usually find calm, shallow-to-moderate profiles suitable for many Open Water dives, along with deeper reef slopes for divers looking to practice buoyancy and explore drop-offs. Marine life is reef-focused, with reef fish and common tropical species changing with location and time of year. Visibility can be good when conditions are settled, but currents and entry/exit conditions vary by site, so it’s worth checking the plan with a local dive center before you decide on the dive order.

Essential information for traveling in Japan

About Japan

Sea
Philippine Sea, Japan Sea/East Sea, Seto Naikai...
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Languages
JA
Demonym
Japanese
Phone prefix
+81

Practicalities

Currency
JPY
Voltage
110
Plug type
Type A
Airports
OKA HND NRT KIX NGO

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Onna

Nearby Dive Sites (46)

Nearby Dive Centers (9)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Onna

The best time to dive in Onna

The best months to dive in Onna are from August to September. Temperatures are confortable (29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
17 °C 20 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
16 °C 19 °C 5/10
03 - Mar.
19 °C 21 °C 4/10
04 - Apr.
20 °C 22 °C 5/10
05 - May
24 °C 24 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
28 °C 28 °C 5/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
29 °C 31 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
29 °C 31 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 30 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
23 °C 26 °C 5/10
12 - Dec.
20 °C 23 °C 6/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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