Tarama, Japan
Okinawa · Japan
Tarama is a small town in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 1,194. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°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 Tarama
Tarama is a village in Miyako District, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, consisting of Tarama Island and Minna Island, between Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,194 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.6685°, 124.7026° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Okinawa |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.6 inches (2,098 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarama
Tarama is a small town in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 1,194. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 1,492.0 sq mi (3,864.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.6685°N, 124.7026°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 85.4 m (280 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1771 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 85.4 m | 13,486 | 85 km |
| 1938 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 84 km |
| 1667 | MIYAKOJIMA, JAPAN | Earthquake | - | - | 89 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 6.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in |
Tarama has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 65°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 82.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.3") and February the driest (5.1").
Schools in Tarama
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarama Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tarama Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tarama
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Tarama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarama Village Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Tarama
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tarama
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Miyako Airport | MMY | Medium Airport |
| New Ishigaki Airport | ISG | Medium Airport |
| Shimojishima Airport | SHI | Medium Airport |
| Tarama Airport | TRA | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Tarama
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tarama Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tarama
What is the population of Tarama?
Tarama has a population of 1,194 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,492.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarama?
Tarama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 82.6 inches.
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