Kōfu Local Meteorological Observatory, Weather monitoring station in Kofu, Japan
The Kōfu Local Meteorological Observatory is a weather monitoring facility in Kōfu that records atmospheric conditions including temperature, rainfall, and wind patterns. The station collects data that helps forecasters understand regional weather behavior and track long-term climate changes.
This observatory was established as part of Japan's national weather monitoring system and has maintained uninterrupted meteorological records since its founding. The data collected here documents how weather patterns and climate conditions have changed over the decades.
The observatory's data influences local agricultural practices by providing farmers with essential information for crop management and harvest timing throughout the growing seasons.
The facility operates continuously, collecting weather data throughout the day and night to provide real-time information to anyone who needs it. Visitors can access the weather forecasts and updates generated by the station to understand current and upcoming local conditions.
The facility utilizes the AMeDAS system to record minute-by-minute climate statistics, generating precise measurements for regional weather analysis and emergency response planning.
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