Obirachō, Japan

Hokkaido · Japan

Obirachō is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,996. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,996 Population 12/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
48.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone

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People

Population2,996
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population2,996
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates44.0181°, 141.6683°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation48.0 inches (1,220 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)

About Obirachō

Obirachō is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 2,996. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Climate in Obirachō

Obirachō has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1095 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 95.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 73.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 50.9
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 38.9
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 53.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 43.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 85.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 138.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 124.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 134.8
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 145.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 110.6
Obirachō has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below Japan avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area242.2 sq mi (627.2 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates44.0181°N, 141.6683°E
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above Japan avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.79"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

295 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jan 11, 2016 74 km NW of Rumoi, Japan M6.2 69 km
Oct 21, 2011 16 km NE of Asahikawa, Japan M6.1 66 km
Jan 12, 2021 84 km NW of Yoichi, Japan M5.9 139 km
Feb 19, 2003 26 km NNE of Rumoi, Japan M5.9 18 km
May 23, 1995 Hokkaido, Japan region M5.6 41 km
Jan 22, 2013 77 km SSW of Rishiri Town, Japan M5.4 77 km
Feb 21, 2019 25 km ESE of Chitose, Japan M5.4 142 km
Aug 15, 1990 43 km ESE of Kamikawa, Japan M5.3 134 km
Jul 1, 2017 22 km E of Chitose, Japan M5.3 136 km
Jun 20, 2021 29 km NE of Shimo-furano, Japan M5.3 92 km
Jan 27, 2021 27 km ESE of Chitose, Japan M5.2 147 km
Feb 21, 1990 27 km SSW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 51 km
Aug 10, 2022 51 km SSE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 109 km
Nov 10, 1990 23 km W of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 55 km
Aug 13, 2013 35 km WSW of Kitami, Japan M5.1 148 km
Jul 5, 2024 10 km WNW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 65 km
Jul 20, 1993 33 km W of Nayoro, Japan M5.0 45 km
May 10, 2005 35 km E of Kamikawa, Japan M5.0 126 km
Jul 31, 2021 16 km NNE of T?betsu, Japan M5.0 75 km
Feb 7, 2025 25 km NNW of Shintoku, Japan M4.9 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1947 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m - 59 km
1863 NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake - - 66 km
1834 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake - - 83 km
1792 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake - - 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (103 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Taisetsuzan Stratovolcano(es) 2,291 m (7,516 ft) 1739 103 km
Tokachidake Stratovolcano(es) 2,077 m (6,814 ft) 2004 106 km
Maruyama Stratovolcano(es) 2,013 m (6,604 ft) 1898 128 km
Yoteizan Stratovolcano 1,888 m (6,194 ft) -1050 149 km
Shikotsu Caldera 1,320 m (4,331 ft) 1979 150 km
Niseko Stratovolcano(es) 1,308 m (4,291 ft) -4900 151 km
Kuttara Stratovolcano(es) 549 m (1,801 ft) 1820 175 km
Toya Stratovolcano 733 m (2,405 ft) 2001 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 2.7 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
April 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
August 68°F (20°C) 5.8 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 5.8 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 5.5 in
November 38°F (3°C) 5.5 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 5.0 in

Obirachō has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.8") and April the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Obirachō

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立小平小学校 - - - -
町立小平中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Obirachō

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Obirachō

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
元陣屋
千石蔵
留萌市海のふるさと館
花田家番屋
鰊番屋

Libraries in Obirachō

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
増毛町総合交流促進施設元陣屋図書室0.0
留萌図書館0.0

Hotels in Obirachō

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

小平町総合交流ターミナル ゆったりかん

Gas Stations in Obirachō

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
昭和シェル石油

Ski Resorts Near Obirachō

15 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bibai Kokusetsu Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Furano ski resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kamoidake Kokusai 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shintotsukawacho Sotchidake 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kamui Ski Links 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Inosawa Sky Slopes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Santa present park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hokuryu Choei Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mashike Choei Shokanbetsudake Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ashimoi Kanko Takaho Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kokusetsu Horotachi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Boyodai Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Furen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Haboro Chomin Skijo 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bifuka Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Obirachō

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukagawa Gliderport-Small Airport
JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield-Small Airport
Shinshinotsu Gliderport-Small Airport
Skyport Bibai-Small Airport
Takikawa Sky Park-Small Airport
UFO Park Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Obirachō

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
小平郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Obirachō

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
小平神社
正法寺
臼谷稲荷神社
西念寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

🇯🇵 About Japan

Capital Tokyo
Population 126,529,100
Area 377,835 km²
GDP (USD) $4,213,167,237,906
GDP per capita $33,836
HDI 0.925
Life expectancy 84.0 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 92.1%
Currency JPY (Yen)
Languages Japanese
Calling code +81
TLD .jp
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Japan

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元日
Jan 12 Coming of Age Day 成人の日
Feb 11 Foundation Day 建国記念の日
Feb 23 The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日
Mar 20 Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日
Apr 29 Shōwa Day 昭和の日
May 4 Greenery Day みどりの日
May 5 Children's Day こどもの日
May 6 Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日
Jul 20 Marine Day 海の日
Aug 11 Mountain Day 山の日
Sep 21 Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日
Sep 23 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
Oct 12 Sports Day スポーツの日
Nov 3 Culture Day 文化の日
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About Obirachō

What is the population of Obirachō?

Obirachō has a population of 2,996 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 242.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Obirachō?

Obirachō has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

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