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Changam-ch’on, North Korea
South Hamgyong · North Korea
Changam-ch’on is a large city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 207,299. Elevation: 463 ft (141 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 207,299 |
| Population Density | 286 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6061°, 128.7819° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.6 inches (776 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.6 inches (12 cm) |
About Changam-ch’on
Changam-ch’on is a large city in North Korea (South Hamgyong) with a population of 207,299. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet (141 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Changam-ch’on
Changam-ch’on has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 925 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Area | 725.0 sq mi (1,877.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 286/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6061°N, 128.7819°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.0 in |
Changam-ch’on has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 18°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.6").
Train Stations in Changam-ch’on
33 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Changam-ch’on
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hwangsuwon Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Riwon Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangsuwon Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kilchu Highway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tanchon South Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Changam-ch’on
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Changam-ch’on?
Changam-ch’on has a population of 207,299 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 286 people per square mile, spread across 725.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Changam-ch’on?
Changam-ch’on has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow.