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Changyŏn, North Korea
South Hwanghae · North Korea
Changyŏn is a mid-size city in South Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 39,368. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Changyŏn
Changyŏn County is a county in South Hwanghae province, North Korea.
People
Climate
| Population | 39,368 |
| Population Density | 164 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.2508°, 125.0961° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Hwanghae |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.0 inches (915 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.5 inches (6 cm) |
About Changyŏn
Changyŏn is a mid-size city in North Korea (South Hwanghae) with a population of 39,368. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Changyŏn
Changyŏn has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1165 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 240.5 sq mi (622.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 164/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2508°N, 125.0961°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (195 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.9 in |
Changyŏn has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 25°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.3") and February the driest (0.6").
Farmers Markets in Changyŏn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwail Market | |||||
| Jangyeon Market |
Train Stations in Changyŏn
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Changyŏn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Changyŏn
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Haeju Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangju Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Kwail Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Uthachi Highway Strip Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Ch'o do Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Changyon Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Onchon Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Onchon Underground Fighter Base | — | Small Airport |
| Ongjin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| T'aet'an-pihaengjang Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Unchon Up Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Changyŏn?
Changyŏn has a population of 39,368 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 164 people per square mile, spread across 240.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Changyŏn?
Changyŏn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches, with 2.5 inches of snow.