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Anju, North Korea
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Anju is a mid-size city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 50,196. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Anju
Anju is a city in South Pyongan Province, North Korea. Its population was 240,117 in 2008. The Ch'ongch'on River passes through Anju.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,196 |
| Population Density | 337 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.6178°, 125.6647° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Pyongan |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.8 inches (1,010 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Anju
Anju is a mid-size city in North Korea (South Pyongan) with a population of 50,196. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Anju
Anju has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1428 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 149.1 sq mi (386.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 337/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6178°N, 125.6647°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1921 | XIAOSI, DANDONG, LIAONING | Earthquake | - | - | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in |
Anju has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 18°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (0.6").
Museums in Anju
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madusan Revolutionary Battle Site Relief Document Preservation and Education Room |
Farmers Markets in Anju
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaechon Marketplace | |||||
| Unjeon Market |
Hotels in Anju
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Anju
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Anju
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Anju
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pyongyang Sunan International Airport | FNJ | Large Airport |
| Kwaksan Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Pukchang Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Sunchon Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Uthachi Highway Strip Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Hyangsan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kaechon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kangdong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mirim Aviation Club | - | Small Airport |
| Onchon Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Onchon Underground Fighter Base | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon Highway Strip 2 | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon South Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni South Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni West Highway Strip Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Ni Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sinanju Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Taechon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taechon Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anju
What is the population of Anju?
Anju has a population of 50,196 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 337 people per square mile, spread across 149.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Anju?
Anju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.