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Ch’ŏsal-li, North Korea
South Pyongan · North Korea
Ch’ŏsal-li is a mid-size city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 43,614. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 43,614 |
| Population Density | 220 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.4033°, 125.5089° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Pyongan |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.2 inches (1,021 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.0 inches (5 cm) |
About Ch’ŏsal-li
Ch’ŏsal-li is a mid-size city in North Korea (South Pyongan) with a population of 43,614. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Ch’ŏsal-li
Ch’ŏsal-li 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 | 49.2°F |
| 9% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 198.0 sq mi (512.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4033°N, 125.5089°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 | — | — | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (198 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 0.7 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) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
Ch’ŏsal-li has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 19°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.8") and December the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Ch’ŏsal-li
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice of Korea | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pyongyang Radio FM | news music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 조선중앙방송 | full service | AAC 186 kbps | |
| 평양FM105.2 | 105.2, 105.2 fm | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ch’ŏsal-li
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madusan Revolutionary Battle Site Relief Document Preservation and Education Room |
Stadiums & Teams in Ch’ŏsal-li
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ch’ŏsal-li
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pyongyang Sunan International Airport | FNJ | Large Airport |
| Hwangju Airbase | — | Medium 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 2 Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Ni Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sinanju Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sonchon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Taechon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Taechon Northwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ch’ŏsal-li?
Ch’ŏsal-li has a population of 43,614 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 220 people per square mile, spread across 198.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ch’ŏsal-li?
Ch’ŏsal-li has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow.