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Chongjin, North Korea
North Hamgyong · North Korea
Chongjin is a large city in North Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 327,000. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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About Chongjin
Chongjin is the capital of North Korea's North Hamgyong Province. It is the country's third-largest city by population and an important port city on the northeastern coast. Originally a small fishing village, it industrialized significantly under Japanese rule and later under the North Korean government.
People
Climate
| Population | 327,000 |
| Population Density | 3,148 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.7956°, 129.7758° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | North Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.1 inches (687 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Chongjin
Chongjin is a large city in North Korea (North Hamgyong) with a population of 327,000. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Chongjin
Chongjin has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1281 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 103.9 sq mi (269.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,148/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7956°N, 129.7758°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in |
Chongjin has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 21°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Chongjin
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chongjin Medical University | College | — | — |
Museums in Chongjin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Art Museum | ||||
| Fine Art Museum | ||||
| North Hamgyong Provincial Revolutionary History Museum |
Libraries in Chongjin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hamkyung Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chongjin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pohang Market | |||||
| Songpyeong Market | |||||
| Sunam Market | |||||
| 경성시장 |
Hotels in Chongjin
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chongjin
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Chongjin
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chongjin
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Chongjin
14 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chongjin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Pohang Stadium |
Airports Near Chongjin
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orang (Chongjin) Airport | RGO | Medium Airport |
| Kuktong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sungam ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Chongjin
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Chongjin?
Chongjin has a population of 327,000 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 3,148 people per square mile, spread across 103.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chongjin?
Chongjin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.