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Anbyŏn-ŭp, North Korea

Kangwŏn-do · North Korea

Anbyŏn-ŭp is a mid-size city in Kangwŏn-do, North Korea with a population of 31,845. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

31,845 Population 94/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
42.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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People

Population31,845
Density94/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population31,845
Population Density94 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates39.0425°, 127.5239°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceKangwŏn-do
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation42.1 inches (1,069 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)

About Anbyŏn-ŭp

Anbyŏn-ŭp is a mid-size city in North Korea (Kangwŏn-do) with a population of 31,845. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Anbyŏn-ŭp

Anbyŏn-ŭp has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1376 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.5°C / 29°F -5.6° / 2.5° 33.5
Feb 0.6°C / 33°F -3.4° / 4.6° 31.5
Mar 5.6°C / 42°F 1.1° / 10° 37.3
Apr 11.6°C / 53°F 6.7° / 16.5° 63.8
May 17.1°C / 63°F 12.2° / 22° 106.1
Jun 20.7°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.6° 145.2
Jul 23.4°C / 74°F 20.4° / 26.5° 331.2
Aug 24.4°C / 76°F 21.1° / 27.6° 287.1
Sep 19.9°C / 68°F 16.1° / 23.7° 184.7
Oct 14.4°C / 58°F 9.8° / 18.9° 57.3
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 3° / 11.4° 65.3
Dec 0.6°C / 33°F -3.4° / 4.5° 33.4
Anbyŏn-ŭp experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below North Korea avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area339.6 sq mi (879.5 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates39.0425°N, 127.5239°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.1"
11% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.28"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on May 11, 2020.

May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Bavi Category 1 236 km
2020 Maysak Category 1 266 km
2020 Haishen Category 1 266 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 239 km
2010 Kompasu Category 1 109 km
2003 Maemi Category 1 287 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 287 km
1995 Faye Category 1 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (81 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ch'uga-ryong Shield 452 m (1,483 ft) Unknown 81 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 10.3 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 9.2 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 6.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.7 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 0.9 in

Anbyŏn-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 25°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.3") and January the driest (0.7").

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Museums in Anbyŏn-ŭp

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Wonsan Historical Museum

Farmers Markets in Anbyŏn-ŭp

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wonsan Market

Train Stations in Anbyŏn-ŭp

7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anbyon
Baehwa
Kwangmyong
Namsan
Ogye
Sanum Chongnyon
Tongjongho

Stadiums & Teams in Anbyŏn-ŭp

TeamLeagueDivision
Wonsan Stadium

Airports Near Anbyŏn-ŭp

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sondok AirportDSOMedium Airport
Wonsan Kalma AirportWOSMedium Airport
Hoeyang Southeast AirfieldSmall Airport
Hyon-ni AirportSmall Airport
Ichon AirportSmall Airport
Ichon Northeast AirportSmall Airport
Kang Da Ri AirportSmall Airport
Kang Da Ri Highway StripSmall Airport
Kojo Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Kumgang AirfieldSmall Airport
Kuum-ni AirportSmall Airport
Okpyong ni Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Taebukpo Ri AirportSmall Airport
Yo-do AirstripSmall Airport
Yong Hung Highway AirstripSmall Airport
Yong Hung Highway Reserve Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Yonpo Air BaseSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang

🇰🇵 About North Korea

Capital Pyongyang
Population 25,549,819
Area 120,540 km²
HDI 0.580
Life expectancy 73.6 years
Internet users 0.0%
Urban population 63.5%
Currency KPW (Won)
Languages Korean
Calling code +850
TLD .kp
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Anbyŏn-ŭp

What is the population of Anbyŏn-ŭp?

Anbyŏn-ŭp has a population of 31,845 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 339.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Anbyŏn-ŭp?

Anbyŏn-ŭp has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

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