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Weather & Climate in Gōtsuchō, Japan
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gōtsuchō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 433.5 sq mi (1,122.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0086°N, 132.2257°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
64 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.8.
| Mar 24, 2001 | 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan | M6.8 | 107 km | 50 km |
| Oct 6, 2000 | 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan | M6.7 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Jun 25, 1997 | 17 km E of Hagi, Japan | M5.9 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Apr 8, 2018 | 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan | M5.7 | 41 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1991 | 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan | M5.5 | 97 km | 13 km |
| Oct 8, 2000 | 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan | M5.4 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Sep 16, 2002 | 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan | M5.3 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Sep 3, 1997 | 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan | M5.3 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Apr 23, 1994 | 141 km NW of G?tsuch?, Japan | M5.2 | 142 km | 27 km |
| Mar 25, 2001 | 22 km WNW of H?j?, Japan | M5.2 | 114 km | 43 km |
| Oct 8, 2000 | 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan | M5.2 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1994 | 142 km NW of G?tsuch?, Japan | M5.2 | 143 km | 27 km |
| Jun 3, 2011 | 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan | M5.0 | 9 km | 10 km |
| Oct 6, 2000 | 9 km S of Yonago, Japan | M4.7 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 2023 | 9 km SW of Hikari, Japan | M4.7 | 128 km | 81 km |
| Apr 8, 2018 | 6 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan | M4.7 | 29 km | 9 km |
| Jan 8, 2018 | 27 km S of Yanai, Japan | M4.6 | 143 km | 59 km |
| Mar 25, 2002 | 16 km W of Iyo, Japan | M4.6 | 146 km | 53 km |
| Apr 3, 2001 | 27 km S of Hikari, Japan | M4.6 | 147 km | 64 km |
| Sep 8, 2012 | 23 km SSE of Yanai, Japan | M4.6 | 137 km | 53 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
41 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2022 | Nanmadol | Category 1 | 81 mph | 216 km |
| 2022 | Hinnamnor | Category 1 | 81 mph | 220 km |
| 2020 | Haishen | Category 2 | 98 mph | 280 km |
| 2019 | Francisco | Category 1 | 52 mph | 278 km |
| 2018 | Jebi | Category 3 | 98 mph | 256 km |
| 2018 | Trami | Category 1 | 92 mph | 284 km |
| 2018 | Cimaron | Category 1 | 86 mph | 230 km |
| 2017 | Noru | Category 1 | 69 mph | 253 km |
| 2016 | Malakas | Category 1 | 81 mph | 272 km |
| 2015 | Goni | Category 3 | 98 mph | 114 km |
| 2015 | Nangka | Category 1 | 81 mph | 294 km |
| 2014 | Halong | Category 1 | 81 mph | 244 km |
| 2011 | Ma-on | Category 1 | 86 mph | 254 km |
| 2007 | Usagi | Category 2 | 81 mph | 57 km |
| 2007 | Man-yi | Category 1 | 75 mph | 262 km |
| 2006 | Shanshan | Category 1 | 92 mph | 201 km |
| 2005 | Nabi | Category 2 | 81 mph | 85 km |
| 2004 | Songda | Category 2 | 86 mph | 33 km |
| 2004 | Chaba | Category 2 | 92 mph | 89 km |
| 2003 | Etau | Category 2 | 86 mph | 247 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1026 | OFF MASUDA, SHIMANE PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 1,001 | 45 km |
| 1872 | SW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 804 | 24 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sanbesan | Stratovolcano | 1,126 m (3,694 ft) | 650 | 39 km |
| Abu | Shield(s) | 641 m (2,103 ft) | -6850 | 80 km |
| Oki-Dogo | Shield | 151 m (495 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 6.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | Driest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 8.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.4 in |
Gōtsuchō has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.1") and February the driest (4.0").