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Hamhŭng, North Korea
South Hamgyong · North Korea
Hamhŭng is a major city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 559,056. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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About Hamhŭng
Hamhŭng is North Korea's second-most populous city, and a major port city and industrial hub. Hamhung is the capital of South Hamgyŏng Province and the 16th largest city in the Korean Peninsula. Located in the southern part of the South Hamgyong Province, Hamhung is the main and most populous metropolitan area in the province. Hamhung was centrally planned and built by the North Korean Government.
People
Climate
| Population | 559,056 |
| Population Density | 4,388 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.9183°, 127.5364° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.7 inches (855 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.7 inches (4 cm) |
About Hamhŭng
Hamhŭng is a major city in North Korea (South Hamgyong) with a population of 559,056. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Hamhŭng
Hamhŭng has an average annual temperature of 8.8°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-6.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1284 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 127.4 sq mi (330.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9183°N, 127.5364°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 8.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in |
Hamhŭng has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 24°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.1") and January the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Hamhŭng
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungnam Chemical College | College | — | — |
Museums in Hamhŭng
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamhung Revolutionary Museum |
Libraries in Hamhŭng
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hamgyong Provincial Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Hamhŭng
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hamhŭng
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Hamhŭng
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hamhŭng
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Hamhŭng
8 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hamhŭng
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hamhŭng
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hamhŭng
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Changjin Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Sondok Airport | DSO | Medium Airport |
| Toksan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Okpyong ni Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sinhung Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Yo-do Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yong Hung Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yong Hung Highway Reserve Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yonpo Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Hamhŭng
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Hamhŭng?
Hamhŭng has a population of 559,056 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 4,388 people per square mile, spread across 127.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hamhŭng?
Hamhŭng has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow.