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Haeju, North Korea

South Hwanghae · North Korea

Haeju is a large city in South Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 222,396. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

222,396 Population 2,784/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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About Haeju

Haeju

Haeju is a city located in South Hwanghae Province near Haeju Bay in North Korea. It is the administrative centre of South Hwanghae Province. As of 2008, the population of the city is estimated to be 273,300. At the beginning of the 20th century, it became a strategic port in Sino-Korean trade. Haeju has chemical-related enterprises and a cement factory.

People

Population222,396
Density2,784/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Population222,396
Population Density2,784 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates38.0406°, 125.7147°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Hwanghae
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,166 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)

About Haeju

Haeju is a large city in North Korea (South Hwanghae) with a population of 222,396. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Haeju

Haeju has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1150 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.6°C / 27°F -6.6° / 1.5° 10.6
Feb 0.1°C / 32°F -4.2° / 4.5° 20.9
Mar 5°C / 41°F 0.5° / 9.6° 24.0
Apr 11.6°C / 53°F 6.8° / 16.4° 51.3
May 17°C / 63°F 12.3° / 21.7° 106.2
Jun 21.8°C / 71°F 17.9° / 25.7° 115.2
Jul 24.2°C / 76°F 21.3° / 27.2° 353.3
Aug 25.6°C / 78°F 22.1° / 29° 269.6
Sep 21.6°C / 71°F 17.5° / 25.8° 113.1
Oct 15°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.8° 36.1
Nov 6.9°C / 44°F 2.8° / 11° 37.5
Dec -0.3°C / 31°F -4.3° / 3.6° 12.3
Haeju experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below North Korea avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area79.9 sq mi (206.9 km²)
Population Density2,784/sq mi
Coordinates38.0406°N, 125.7147°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.95"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.6 on Jan 8, 2023.

May 17, 2013 80 km WSW of Ongjin, North Korea M4.8 114 km
Jul 24, 1995 78 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M4.7 130 km
Nov 11, 1992 8 km NW of Chunghwa, North Korea M4.3 99 km
Aug 11, 1995 62 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M4.0 112 km
Mar 17, 2002 49 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M3.9 99 km
May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 139 km
Jun 27, 2019 10 km W of Chunghwa, North Korea M3.6 91 km
Jan 8, 2023 South Korea M3.6 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2.

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Bavi Category 2 80 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 48 km
2010 Kompasu Category 2 89 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 99 km
1995 Faye Category 1 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (145 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ch'uga-ryong Shield 452 m (1,483 ft) Unknown 145 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 13.0 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 10.6 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 5.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.7 in

Haeju has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 24°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.0") and January the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Haeju

Institution Type Founded Website
Cho'okhŭi College of Education University
Haeju College of Education 2 University
Haeju College of Medicine University
Haeju College of Medicine University
Haeju Institute of Technology University
Kim Jong-tae, Haeju First Teachers' College University
Kimjewŏn College University

Museums in Haeju

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hwanghaenamdo Revolutionary History Museum

Farmers Markets in Haeju

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Byeokseong Market
Cheongdan Market
Haeju Market
Shinheung Market
Sinwon Market

Hotels in Haeju

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haeju Inn

Theatres in Haeju

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hwanghaenamdo Arts Theatre

Castles in Haeju

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Daranisŏkdang
Taebonggak

Zoos in Haeju

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haeju Zoo

Train Stations in Haeju

8 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haeju
Jangbang
Jŏngdo
Sinjumak
Sŏhaeju
Wangsin
매화
학현

Stadiums & Teams in Haeju

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Airports Near Haeju

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Incheon International AirportICNLarge Airport
Haeju AirfieldMedium Airport
Hwangju AirbaseMedium Airport
Kwail Air BaseMedium Airport
Ayang Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Changyon Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon Ni Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni AirfieldSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Ongjin AirportSmall Airport
Sangwon 2 Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sohung Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sohung South AirportSmall Airport
T'aet'an-pihaengjang AirportSmall Airport
Toha Ri North AirportSmall Airport
Unchon Up AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang
Area
206.9 km² (79.9 mi²)
Twinned With
Guaranda, Ulan-Ude

Around Haeju

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parks 6

🇰🇵 About North Korea

Capital Pyongyang
Population 25,549,819
Area 120,540 km²
HDI 0.580
Life expectancy 73.6 years
Internet users 0.0%
Urban population 63.5%
Currency KPW (Won)
Languages Korean
Calling code +850
TLD .kp
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Haeju

What is the population of Haeju?

Haeju has a population of 222,396 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 2,784 people per square mile, spread across 79.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Haeju?

Haeju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.

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