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Boseong, South Korea
Jeollanam-do · South Korea
Boseong is a mid-size city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 37,164. Elevation: 531 ft (162 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About Boseong
Boseong County (Boseong-gun) is a county in South Jeolla Province, South Korea. Boseong is famous for its green tea leaves, with 26.71 hectares of land dedicated to its production.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,164 |
| Population Density | 76 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 531 ft (162 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.7715°, 127.0800° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Jeollanam-do |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,430 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.2 inches (8 cm) |
About Boseong
Boseong is a mid-size city in South Korea (Jeollanam-do) with a population of 37,164. The city sits at an elevation of 531 feet (162 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Boseong
Boseong has an average annual temperature of 13.2°C (56°F). The hottest month is Aug (26°C), the coldest is Jan (0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1479 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 531 ft (162 m) |
| Area | 488.2 sq mi (1,264.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7715°N, 127.0800°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1649 | YELLOW SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Halla (165 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Halla | Shield | 1,919 m (6,296 ft) | 1007 | 165 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 8.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
Boseong has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and December the driest (1.1").
Schools in Boseong
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoecheondong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 보성다향고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Boseong Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Boseong Girls Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 보성남초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Boseong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Boseong High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ungchi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 회천초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Hoecheon Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 회천서초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 장동초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Boseong
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Boseong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daewonsa Tibet Museum | ||||
| Gwijokhodo Museum | ||||
| Jeongnamjincheonmun Science Museum | ||||
| Song-Gwang-Sa Temple Buddhist Cultural Museum | ||||
| 고흥갑재민속전시관 | ||||
| 고흥분청문화박물관 | ||||
| 방촌유물전시관 | ||||
| 장흥댐 물문화관 | ||||
| 장흥동학농민혁명기념관 | ||||
| 한국차박물관 | ||||
| 한옥다목적체험관 | ||||
| 홍암나철기념관 |
Libraries in Boseong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byeoksong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chari Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Iyangmyeonssangbong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Secheong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seongdugusim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sinchongusim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Singigusim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sudong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 석정문고 | 0.0 | |||||
| 장흥공공도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 전라남도교육청보성도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 정남진도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Boseong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeongnamjin Jangheung Saturday Market | |||||
| 복내5일장 | |||||
| 플로라다육정원 | |||||
| 플로라다육정원 |
Hotels in Boseong
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Boseong
34 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Boseong
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Boseong
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Boseong
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Boseong
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Boseong
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Boseong
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Boseong
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Boseong
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Boseong
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Boseong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 브루어리 |
Stadiums & Teams in Boseong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Boseong
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Muan International Airport | MWX | Large Airport |
| Gwangju Airport | KWJ | Medium Airport |
| Yeosu Airport | RSU | Medium Airport |
| Chodang University Sani Airport (Yeongnong Airport) | — | Small Airport |
| G 710 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G 712 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Goheung Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hwangryong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mokpo Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| SL Air Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yeongam Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Boseong
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Boseong Post Office | |
| Hoecheon Post Office | |
| Ungchi Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Boseong
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Boseong Catholic Church | |
| 보성교회 | |
| 보성읍교회 |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Korea
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Boseong?
Boseong has a population of 37,164 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 488.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Boseong?
Boseong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.