Ama, Japan
Shimane · Japan
Ama is a small town in Shimane, Japan with a population of 2,205. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Ama
Ama is a town located on Nakanoshima, in Oki District, Shimane Prefecture, Japan.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,205 |
| Population Density | 171 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.0932°, 133.0916° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Shimane |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.0 inches (1,650 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ama
Ama is a small town in Japan (Shimane) with a population of 2,205. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Climate in Ama
Ama has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1818 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.4°F |
| 6% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 12.9 sq mi (33.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0932°N, 133.0916°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oki-Dogo (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oki-Dogo | Shield | 151 m (495 ft) | Unknown | 24 km |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.4 in |
Ama has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 40°F in February to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.8") and April the driest (3.9").
Schools in Ama
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立海士中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立海士小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 海士町立福井小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 県立隠岐島前高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ama
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 村上家資料館 | ||||
| 海士町後鳥羽院資料館 | ||||
| 西ノ島ふるさと館 | ||||
| 隠岐郷土館 | ||||
| 黒木御所碧風館 |
Libraries in Ama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 海士町中央図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 隠岐の島町図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ama
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ama
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ama
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ama
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ama
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ama
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ama
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daisen White Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ama
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Izumo Enmusubi Airport | IZO | Medium Airport |
| Oki Global Geopark Airport | OKI | Medium Airport |
| Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air Base | YGJ | Medium Airport |
| Suika Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ama
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ama Post Office | |
| Chichii Summary Post Office | |
| Hishiura Post Office | |
| Minami Summary Post Office | |
| Saki Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ama
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 宇受賀命神社 | |
| 御倉神社 | |
| 本殿 | |
| 東神社 | |
| 比奈麻治比売命神社 | |
| 西方寺 | |
| 諏訪神社 | |
| 隠岐神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ama
What is the population of Ama?
Ama has a population of 2,205 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 171 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ama?
Ama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 65.0 inches.
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