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Hongwŏn, North Korea
South Hamgyong · North Korea
Hongwŏn is a mid-size city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 70,923. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Hongwŏn
Hongwŏn County (Hongwon-gun) is a county in South Hamgyŏng province, North Korea. It is flanked by the Sea of Japan to the south, and by the Hamgyŏng Mountains to the north.
People
Climate
| Population | 70,923 |
| Population Density | 154 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.0253°, 127.9558° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.8 inches (832 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.0 inches (5 cm) |
About Hongwŏn
Hongwŏn is a mid-size city in North Korea (South Hamgyong) with a population of 70,923. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Hongwŏn
Hongwŏn has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1266 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 461.1 sq mi (1,194.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 154/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0253°N, 127.9558°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (196 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.7 in |
Hongwŏn has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 23°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (0.6").
Farmers Markets in Hongwŏn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samho Market |
Train Stations in Hongwŏn
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hongwŏn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hongwŏn
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Changjin Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangsuwon Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Sondok Airport | DSO | Medium Airport |
| Toksan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangsuwon Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sinhung Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Yong Hung Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yong Hung Highway Reserve Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yonpo Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Hongwŏn
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Hongwŏn?
Hongwŏn has a population of 70,923 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 154 people per square mile, spread across 461.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hongwŏn?
Hongwŏn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow.