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Dongbok, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · South Korea

Dongbok is a small town in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 0. Elevation: 472 ft (144 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

472 ft Elevation 144 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
69.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone

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About Dongbok

Dongbok

Sapyeong-myeon är en socken i kommunen Hwasun-gun i provinsen Södra Jeolla i den södra delen av Sydkorea, 285 km söder om huvudstaden Seoul. Socknen hette tidigare Nam-myeon (남면), men bytte 1 januari 2020 till det nuvarande namnet.

People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Coordinates35.0700°, 127.1303°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation69.0 inches (1,754 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)

About Dongbok

Dongbok is a small town in South Korea (Jeollanam-do) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet (144 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.

Dongbok experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above South Korea avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area303.6 sq mi (786.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates35.0700°N, 127.1303°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.0"
82% above South Korea avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.80"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 11, 2024.

Jun 11, 2024 3 km NW of Puan, South Korea M4.4 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

31 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Hinnamnor Category 2 131 km
2020 Bavi Category 3 249 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 194 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 144 km
2019 Lingling Category 2 208 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 257 km
2018 Soulik Category 1 266 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 237 km
2016 Chaba Category 2 116 km
2013 Danas Category 1 198 km
2012 Sanba Category 2 97 km
2012 Bolaven Category 1 291 km
2010 Kompasu Category 3 206 km
2007 Nari Category 1 68 km
2004 Megi Category 1 228 km
2003 Maemi Category 3 108 km
2003 Soudelor Category 1 213 km
2002 Rusa Category 1 100 km
2000 Saomai Category 1 149 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1649 YELLOW SEA Earthquake 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Halla (198 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Halla Shield 1,919 m (6,296 ft) 1007 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in
June 70°F (21°C) 7.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 10.8 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 10.0 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 5.7 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in Driest

Dongbok has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 32°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.8") and December the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Dongbok

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hwasundongbok Middle School
아산초등학교
Hwasun bungmyeon Middle School
Dongbok Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Dongbok

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Dongbok

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
4.19 Minjuhyeongmyeong Memorial Hall
5.18 Gwangju Democratic Movement Archives
5.18 Memorial Hall of the National May 18 Democratic Cemetery
Bium Museum
Chang Hwangnam Information and Communication Museum
Chichi-Poopoo Playground
Children’s Museum
Chonnam National University Medical Museum
Chonnam National University Museum
Chonnam National University Outdoor Museum
Chunghyodongbuncheongjagi Exhibition Hall
College of Agriculture and Life Science History Museum
Daewonsa Tibet Museum
Damyang Songkang House
Dinosaur Museum
Former South Jeolla Province Office
Gwangju Baseball Museum
Gwangju Museum of Photography
Gwangju Student Independence Movement Memorial Hall
Gwangjusirip Folk Museum
Jo Ah-ra Memorial Hall
Kim Nam-ju Memorial Hall
Korea Bamboo Museum
Korea Beauty Museum
Muhyeongmunhwajae Exhibition Hall
Museum of History
Nagan Museum
Namdo Local food Museum
National Gwangju Museum
National Gwangju Museum
Nursing History Museum
Seokdangsuseok Exhibition Hall
Song-Gwang-Sa Temple Buddhist Cultural Museum
곡성생태체험관
광주학생독립운동역사관
광주학생독립운동역사관
광주학생독립운동역사관
근린공원토지공사비
금호시민문화관
뿌리깊은 나무 박물관
태백산맥문학관
호남문화자료전시관
홍암나철기념관

Libraries in Dongbok

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beolgyo Public Library0.0
Bungmyeonimgok Library0.0
Byeoksong Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chari Library0.0
Damyang Public Library0.0
Ganguisae Village Library0.0
Geumho Lifelong Education Center0.0
Gwangju Central Library0.0
Gwangju Metropolitan City Mudeung Library0.0
Gyeommyeongusim Library0.0
Hwasun Public Library0.0
Iyangmyeonssangbong Library0.0
Jeongbo Maru0.0
Jeonnamgwahak University Library0.0
Joseon University Jungang Library0.0
Joseon University Jungang Library0.0
Jupyeong Library0.0
Jusan Church Library0.0
Library Annex0.0
Library Reading Room0.0
Mindeulle Library0.0
Mindeulle Library0.0
Mudeung Library0.0
Mudeung Library0.0
Namgu smart Library0.0
Namgu smart Library0.0
Namgumunhwa Digital Library0.0
Namgumunhwa Digital Library0.0
Okgwa Library0.0
Osanmyeongusim Library0.0
Sajik Library0.0
Sangnok Library0.0
Sansu Library0.0
Sansu Library0.0
Secheong Library0.0
Seo-gu Children's Library0.0
Seokcheong Library0.0
Seongjin Library0.0
Sudong Library0.0
Wau Library0.0
Wolli Library0.0
남구 청소년 도서관0.0
석봉도서관0.0
석봉도서관0.0
석봉도서관0.0
석정문고0.0
송운작은도서관0.0
송운작은도서관0.0
송화7단지 작은도서관0.0
스터디캠프 독서실0.0
스터디캠프 독서실0.0
열공 독서실0.0
열공 독서실0.0
웃음꽃도서관0.0
웃음꽃도서관0.0
일곡도서관0.0
중흥도서관0.0
중흥도서관0.0
푸른길도서관0.0

Farmers Markets in Dongbok

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agriculture & Fishery Products Shopping Center
Dongbu Market
Honam Market
Honam Market
Honam Market
Namgwangju Sunrise Market
Namgwangu Market
Yangdong market
말바우시장
무등시장
복내5일장
봉선시장
봉선시장 입구
봉선시장 입구
봉선시장 입구
석곡전통시장
중흥시장
플로라다육정원
플로라다육정원
화순 고인돌시장

Restaurants in Dongbok

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

국보966옛날두부
남도마당

Cafes in Dongbok

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

도란도란카페
크피집

Gas Stations in Dongbok

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yangji Gas Station
동복주유소

Banks in Dongbok

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nonghyup Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Dongbok

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Dongbok

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muan International AirportMWXLarge Airport
Gwangju AirportKWJMedium Airport
Yeosu AirportRSUMedium Airport
Chodang University Sani Airport (Yeongnong Airport)Small Airport
G 710 AirportSmall Airport
G 712 AirportSmall Airport
Goheung AirportSmall Airport
Hwangryong AirportSmall Airport
Mokpo Air BaseSmall Airport
SL Air AirstripSmall Airport
Yeongam AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Dongbok

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bungmyeon Post Office
Dongbok Post Office
Iseo Post Office

Treatment Centers in Dongbok

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Balgeunmaeumeoneohakseup Center
Gwangju Seogu Public Health Center
Medipil center hospital

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dongbok

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dae Catholic Church
유마사
정수사

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Seoul
Area
86.6 km² (33.4 mi²)

🇰🇷 About South Korea

Capital Seoul
Population 51,635,256
Area 98,480 km²
GDP (USD) $1,844,800,934,392
GDP per capita $35,674
HDI 0.929
Life expectancy 83.4 years
Internet users 97.4%
Urban population 81.2%
Currency KRW (Won)
Languages Korean
Calling code +82
TLD .kr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in South Korea

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 새해
Feb 16 Lunar New Year 설날
Feb 17 Lunar New Year 설날
Feb 18 Lunar New Year 설날
Mar 2 Independence Movement Day 3·1절
May 1 Labour Day 노동절
May 5 Children's Day 어린이날
May 24 Buddha's Birthday 부처님 오신 날
Jun 6 Memorial Day 현충일
Jul 17 Constitution Day 제헌절
Aug 17 Liberation Day 광복절
Sep 24 Chuseok 추석
Sep 25 Chuseok 추석
Sep 26 Chuseok 추석
Oct 5 National Foundation Day 개천절
Oct 9 Hangul Day 한글날
Dec 25 Christmas Day 크리스마스

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What is the weather like in Dongbok?

Dongbok 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 77°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

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