Weather & Climate in Esashi, Japan
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Esashi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The area receives 15.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 41.0°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 1,094.6 sq mi (2,835.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9353°N, 142.5847°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
307 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.2.
| Jan 11, 2016 | 74 km NW of Rumoi, Japan | M6.2 | 129 km | 239 km |
| Oct 21, 2011 | 16 km NE of Asahikawa, Japan | M6.1 | 116 km | 187 km |
| Jun 16, 1992 | 50 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan | M6.0 | 89 km | 317 km |
| Jul 2, 2022 | 58 km SSE of Shebunino, Russia | M5.9 | 117 km | 309 km |
| Feb 19, 2003 | 26 km NNE of Rumoi, Japan | M5.9 | 107 km | 214 km |
| Aug 20, 1990 | 42 km SE of Shebunino, Russia | M5.7 | 141 km | 309 km |
| Mar 10, 1995 | 78 km SE of Korsakov, Russia | M5.7 | 149 km | 350 km |
| Feb 9, 1993 | 38 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan | M5.6 | 100 km | 307 km |
| Jun 23, 2023 | 94 km NE of Hamatonbetsu, Japan | M5.6 | 106 km | 314 km |
| Feb 9, 2002 | 61 km S of Korsakov, Russia | M5.5 | 128 km | 349 km |
| Jan 22, 2013 | 77 km SSW of Rishiri Town, Japan | M5.4 | 138 km | 235 km |
| Aug 15, 1990 | 43 km ESE of Kamikawa, Japan | M5.3 | 143 km | 162 km |
| Jan 24, 1993 | 51 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan | M5.3 | 98 km | 306 km |
| Apr 23, 2017 | 37 km SE of Shebunino, Russia | M5.2 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Aug 19, 2011 | 76 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan | M5.1 | 106 km | 308 km |
| Sep 22, 2012 | 39 km S of Shebunino, Russia | M5.1 | 137 km | 319 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 51 km N of Wakkanai, Japan | M5.1 | 124 km | 20 km |
| Feb 21, 1990 | 27 km SSW of Nayoro, Japan | M5.1 | 91 km | 33 km |
| Nov 10, 1990 | 23 km W of Nayoro, Japan | M5.1 | 72 km | 16 km |
| Jul 5, 2024 | 10 km WNW of Nayoro, Japan | M5.1 | 66 km | 232 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 139 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 93 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (143 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 143 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 169 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 172 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.4 in |
Esashi has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 17°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (2.1").