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Chŏngju, North Korea
P'yŏngan-bukto · North Korea
Chŏngju is a small city in P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea with a population of 29,065. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Chŏngju
Chŏngju is a si, or city, in southern North P'yŏngan Province, North Korea. Prior to 1994, it was designated as a kun or county. The terrain is mostly level, but mountainous in the north. To the south lies the Chongju Plain, where the hills do not rise above 200 metres (660 ft). Chŏngju also includes approximately 10 islands in the Yellow Sea.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,065 |
| Population Density | 86 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.6933°, 125.2103° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | P'yŏngan-bukto |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.7 inches (1,008 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.8 inches (4 cm) |
About Chŏngju
Chŏngju is a small city in North Korea (P'yŏngan-bukto) with a population of 29,065. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Chŏngju
Chŏngju has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1422 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 339.6 sq mi (879.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 86/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6933°N, 125.2103°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 | — | — | 86 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in |
Chŏngju has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 18°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Chŏngju
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kim Kibong Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jongju Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jongju First Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Train Stations in Chŏngju
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chŏngju
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chŏngju
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pyongyang Sunan International Airport | FNJ | Large Airport |
| Kwaksan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Sunchon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Kaechon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mirim Aviation Club | — | 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 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 |
| Uiju Airport | UJU | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Chŏngju?
Chŏngju has a population of 29,065 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 86 people per square mile, spread across 339.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chŏngju?
Chŏngju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 1.8 inches of snow.