Okushiri, Japan

Hokkaido · Japan

Okushiri is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,410. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

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

2,410 Population 2/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
48.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone

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People

Population2,410
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population2,410
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates42.1721°, 139.5123°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation48.4 inches (1,228 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.1 inches (33 cm)

About Okushiri

Okushiri is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 2,410. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Okushiri experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below Japan avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area987.3 sq mi (2,557.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates42.1721°N, 139.5123°E
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.4"
27% above Japan avg
Snowfall 13.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.98"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

431 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M5.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jul 12, 1993 107 km W of Iwanai, Japan M7.7 80 km
Aug 7, 1993 69 km WNW of Kamiiso, Japan M6.5 34 km
Dec 22, 1996 131 km W of Iwanai, Japan M6.5 125 km
Jul 12, 1993 109 km W of Iwanai, Japan M6.3 109 km
Aug 24, 1992 9 km NNW of Honch?, Japan M6.2 97 km
Jul 12, 1993 101 km W of Iwanai, Japan M6.0 75 km
Jun 4, 2008 135 km WSW of Kamiiso, Japan M5.7 80 km
Jul 12, 1993 125 km WNW of Kamiiso, Japan M5.6 30 km
Oct 9, 1997 149 km W of Kamiiso, Japan M5.5 58 km
Sep 19, 1993 111 km W of Iwanai, Japan M5.5 108 km
Jul 12, 1993 88 km W of Iwanai, Japan M5.4 91 km
Jul 15, 1993 95 km WNW of Iwanai, Japan M5.3 122 km
Jul 15, 1993 126 km WSW of Iwanai, Japan M5.3 69 km
Aug 24, 2009 34 km NW of Shimokizukuri, Japan M5.3 137 km
Oct 30, 1996 161 km W of Kamiiso, Japan M5.3 83 km
Jul 16, 1993 94 km WNW of Iwanai, Japan M5.3 123 km
Nov 22, 2013 232 km WNW of Shimokizukuri, Japan M5.3 150 km
Jul 12, 1993 103 km WSW of Iwanai, Japan M5.2 43 km
Jul 13, 1993 138 km WSW of Iwanai, Japan M5.2 39 km
Jul 12, 1993 97 km W of Iwanai, Japan M5.2 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Higos (2002).

Year Name Category Closest
2002 Higos Category 1 244 km
1998 Vicki Category 1 284 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1741 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Explosion 90.0 m 2,000 76 km
1993 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 32.0 m 231 80 km
1640 SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Explosion 8.0 m 700 97 km
1983 N. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m - 98 km
1993 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m - 34 km
1341 JUSANKO, TSUGARU AOMORI PREFECTURE Earthquake - 2,600 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oshima-Oshima (75 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Oshima-Oshima Stratovolcano 732 m (2,402 ft) 1790 75 km
Hokkaido-Komagatake Stratovolcano 1,131 m (3,711 ft) 2000 97 km
Toya Stratovolcano 733 m (2,405 ft) 2001 117 km
Niseko Stratovolcano(es) 1,308 m (4,291 ft) -4900 122 km
Yoteizan Stratovolcano 1,888 m (6,194 ft) -1050 129 km
Kuttara Stratovolcano(es) 549 m (1,801 ft) 1820 140 km
Esan Lava dome(s) 618 m (2,028 ft) 1874 143 km
Shikotsu Caldera 1,320 m (4,331 ft) 1979 164 km
Osorezan Stratovolcano 878 m (2,881 ft) 1787 166 km
Iwakisan Stratovolcano 1,625 m (5,331 ft) 1863 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 3.0 in
March 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in Driest
April 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in
August 72°F (22°C) 5.1 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.0 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in
November 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in
December 33°F (0°C) 3.5 in

Okushiri has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 27°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.0") and March the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Okushiri

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
北海道奥尻高等学校 - - - -
町立奥尻中学校 - - - -
奥尻町立奥尻小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Okushiri

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Okushiri

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
奥尻島津波館

Hotels in Okushiri

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

大須田旅館

Restaurants in Okushiri

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

お食事処うにまる(2F)
まつや食堂
事処 北の岬さくらばな
叶寿司

Gas Stations in Okushiri

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

apollostation

Ski Resorts Near Okushiri

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pirika Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Okushiri

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okushiri AirportOIRMedium Airport

Post Offices in Okushiri

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
奥尻郵便局
松江簡易郵便局
青苗郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Okushiri

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Miyatsubentengu Shrine
海洋神社

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Okushiri

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Okushiri.

Name Description
ホヤ石の滝

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

Volcanoes Near Okushiri

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Oshima-Oshima Stratovolcano 732 m 1790

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 Okushiri

What is the population of Okushiri?

Okushiri has a population of 2,410 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 987.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Okushiri?

Okushiri has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches, with 13.1 inches of snow.

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