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Chinju, South Korea
Gyeongsangnam-do · South Korea
Chinju is a large city in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea with a population of 307,242. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About Chinju
Jinju is a city in South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. It was the location of the first (1592) and second (1593) Sieges of Jinju by Japanese forces during the Imjin War. The Republic of Korea Air Force Education and Training Command is located in the eastern part of the city.
There are cultural-historical tourist attractions in Jinju such as Jinju Fortress, the Jinju National Museum, and the Nam-gang Prehistoric Site Museum.
People
Climate
| Population | 307,242 |
| Population Density | 1,117 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1928°, 128.0847° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Gyeongsangnam-do |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.3 inches (1,379 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.6 inches (7 cm) |
About Chinju
Chinju is a large city in South Korea (Gyeongsangnam-do) with a population of 307,242. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Chinju
Chinju has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.7°C), the coldest is Jan (2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1522 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.0°F |
| 2% above South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 275.2 sq mi (712.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1928°N, 128.0847°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1643 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 7.7 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
Chinju has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 32°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Chinju
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gyeongsang University | University | — | — |
| Jinju Teachers College | University | — | — |
| Korea Open University | University | — | — |
| 경남과학기술대학교 | University | — | — |
| 경상국립대학교 가좌캠퍼스 | University | — | — |
| 경상국립대학교 내동캠퍼스 | University | — | — |
| 경상국립대학교 칠암캠퍼스 대학본부 지역 | University | — | — |
| 연암공과대학교 | University | — | — |
| 한국국제대학교(폐교) | University | — | — |
| 한국폴리택대학 진주캠퍼스 | University | — | — |
| 한국폴리텍대학항공캠퍼스 | College | — | — |
Schools in Chinju
167+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gyeongnam Art High School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinju Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
| Gyeonghae Womens High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sacheon High School | — | — | — | — |
| Gyeonghae Girls Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjudongjin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjugeumseong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjugaram Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjucheonjeon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 서진초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 정촌초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 개양중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Juyak Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 항공과학고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Dodong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 남강초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Manggeyoung Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 경상대학교 사범대학 부설중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 경상대사대부중 운동장 | — | — | — | — |
| 부설고 농구장 | — | — | — | — |
| 경상대학교 사범대학 부설 고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Geyoungnam Information High School | — | — | — | — |
| 가좌초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주기계공업고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 삼현여자중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 삼현여자고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주 동진초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진명여자중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 잔주중앙고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjujungang Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 갈전초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinju Nam Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 천전초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinju Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinju High School | — | — | — | — |
| 진주여자고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjugeumsan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjudong Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Munsan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 축동초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주 동명 중·고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주제일여자고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 개양중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 정촌초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 봉래초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 금성초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjumyeongsin High School | — | — | — | — |
| 봉곡초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 주약초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주봉원중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 봉원초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Gyeongjin High School | — | — | — | — |
| 대아중 | — | — | — | — |
| 본관 | — | — | — | — |
| 급식소 | — | — | — | — |
| 강당 | — | — | — | — |
| 강당 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주 여자 중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjugeumho Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 혜광학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 초전초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 은하수초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 대곡중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 무지개초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진양고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 충무공초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Sinjin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjujeil Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 예하초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 문산중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 명석초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 서진초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주보건대학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 집현초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 명석중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 경남예술고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 경남자동차고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 평거초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 가람초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 내동초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 선학초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Sinan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 배영초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Gyeongnam Art High School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinju Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
| Gyeonghae Womens High School | — | — | — | — |
| Gyeonghae Girls Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjudongjin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjugeumseong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjugaram Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjucheonjeon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 서진초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 정촌초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 개양중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Juyak Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 항공과학고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Dodong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 남강초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Manggeyoung Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 경상대학교 사범대학 부설중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 경상대사대부중 운동장 | — | — | — | — |
| 부설고 농구장 | — | — | — | — |
| 경상대학교 사범대학 부설 고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Geyoungnam Information High School | — | — | — | — |
| 가좌초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주기계공업고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 삼현여자중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 삼현여자고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주 동진초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진명여자중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 잔주중앙고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjujungang Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 갈전초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinju Nam Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 천전초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinju Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinju High School | — | — | — | — |
| 진주여자고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjugeumsan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjudong Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Munsan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 축동초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주 동명 중·고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주제일여자고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 개양중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 정촌초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 봉래초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 금성초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjumyeongsin High School | — | — | — | — |
| 봉곡초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 주약초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주봉원중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 봉원초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Gyeongjin High School | — | — | — | — |
| 대아중 | — | — | — | — |
| 본관 | — | — | — | — |
| 급식소 | — | — | — | — |
| 강당 | — | — | — | — |
| 강당 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주 여자 중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjugeumho Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 혜광학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 초전초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 은하수초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 대곡중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 무지개초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진양고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 충무공초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Sinjin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jinjujeil Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 예하초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 문산중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 명석초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 서진초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 진주보건대학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 집현초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 명석중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 경남예술고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 경남자동차고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 평거초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 가람초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 내동초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 선학초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Sinan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 배영초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chinju
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Chinju
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Museum | ||||
| Dasolsa Service Station Museum | ||||
| Gimjeongbuin Memorial Hall | ||||
| Goseongtal Museum | ||||
| Jeil Buddhism Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Jinju National Museum | ||||
| Sacheon Advanced Aerospace Science Museum | ||||
| 경상국립대학교박물관 | ||||
| 고성박물관 | ||||
| 국립저작권박물관 | ||||
| 남가람박물관 | ||||
| 남강댐물문화관 | ||||
| 목면시배유지 | ||||
| 에비에이션 센터 | ||||
| 진주남강유등전시관 | ||||
| 진주어린이환경박물관 | ||||
| 진주익룡발자국전시관 | ||||
| 진주청동기문화박물관 | ||||
| 토지주택박물관 | ||||
| 항공우주박물관 |
Libraries in Chinju
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Family Jakeun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jinju Teachers College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jinju Teachers College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jinjudongmyeong High School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jinjudongmyeong High School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jinjusi Children Jeonmun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jinjusi Children Jeonmun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jinyang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sacheon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sae Village Mungo Hadonggunjibu Jingyomyeonbunhoe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sae Village Mungo Hadonggunjibu Yangbomyeonbunhoe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Songbojakeun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 고성도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 사천도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 삼성아파트 도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 시립 도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 의학도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 작심독서실 | 0.0 | |||||
| 작심독서실 | 0.0 | |||||
| 중앙도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 진주시립남부어린이도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 진주시립연암도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 한국국제대학교 중앙도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 한국국제대학교 중앙도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chinju
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jinjusinongsanmul Wholesale Market | |||||
| Jinjusinongsanmul Wholesale Market | |||||
| 사천읍시 | |||||
| 서부시장 | |||||
| 옥종공설시장 | |||||
| 완사전통시장 | |||||
| 자유시장 | |||||
| 진교공설시장 | |||||
| 진주중앙시장 |
Hotels in Chinju
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chinju
110 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chinju
43 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Chinju
7 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Chinju
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chinju
13 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Chinju
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Chinju
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Chinju
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chinju
13 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chinju
63 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Chinju
14 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Chinju
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chinju
9 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chinju
67 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chinju
41 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chinju
5 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Chinju
8 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chinju
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chinju
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daegu International Airport | TAE | Large Airport |
| Sacheon Airport / Sacheon Air Base | HIN | Medium Airport |
| Yeosu Airport | RSU | Medium Airport |
| Jinhae Air Base | CHF | Small Airport |
| Jinhae Naval Academy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Namji | — | Small Airport |
| Namji Emergency Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| SL Air Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chinju
39 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chukdong Post Office | |
| Chukdong Post Office | |
| Geumgok Post Office | |
| Gonmyeong Post Office | |
| Gyeongsang National University Post Office | |
| Gyeongsang National University Post Office | |
| Hwajeong Post Office | |
| Jinju Post Office | |
| Munsan Post Office | |
| Nadong Post Office | |
| Nadong Post Office | |
| Sacheon Post Office | |
| Sangdae Post Office | |
| Sangdae Post Office | |
| Sangpyeong Post Office | |
| Sangpyeong Post Office | |
| Sugok Post Office | |
| 상평공단우편취급국 | |
| 이현우체국 | |
| 이현우체국 | |
| 제306군사우체국 | |
| 제306군사우체국 | |
| 진주가좌동우체국 | |
| 진주가좌동우체국 | |
| 진주명석우체국 | |
| 진주명석우체국 | |
| 진주상봉서동우편취급국 | |
| 진주상봉서동우편취급국 | |
| 진주신안동 우체국 | |
| 진주신안동 우체국 | |
| 진주우편집중국 | |
| 진주우편집중국 | |
| 진주초장동우체국 | |
| 진주초장동우체국 | |
| 진주충무공동우체국 | |
| 진주평거동우체국 | |
| 진주평거동우체국 | |
| 집현우체국 | |
| 집현우체국 |
Treatment Centers in Chinju
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ballyongbogeonjinnyoso | ||
| Geumsangaljeonbogeonjinnyoso | ||
| Jeongchonsogokbogeonjinnyoso | ||
| Jiphyeondaeambogeonjinnyoso | ||
| Naedongjeongdongbogeonjinnyoso |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chinju
80 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bonggok Catholic Church | |
| Bonggok Catholic Church | |
| Cheonggoksa | |
| Chiram Catholic Church | |
| Chiram Catholic Church | |
| Hadae Catholic Church | |
| Hadae Catholic Church | |
| Ilgwangsa | |
| Manggyeongdong Catholic Church | |
| Manggyeongdong Catholic Church | |
| Munsan Catholic Church | |
| Munsan Catholic Church | |
| Okbong Catholic Church | |
| Okbong Catholic Church | |
| 관적사 | |
| 금천사 | |
| 기쁜소식진주교회 | |
| 기쁜소식진주교회 | |
| 대한예수교장로회총회 | |
| 대한예수교장로회총회 |
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Quick Facts
Around Chinju
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇰🇷 About South Korea
Public Holidays in South Korea
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chinju
What is the population of Chinju?
Chinju has a population of 307,242 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,117 people per square mile, spread across 275.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chinju?
Chinju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.3 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.