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Hŭngnam, North Korea
South Hamgyong · North Korea
Hŭngnam is a large city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 346,082. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 346,082 |
| Population Density | 11,498 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.8420°, 127.6321° |
| 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 Hŭngnam
Hŭngnam is a large city in North Korea (South Hamgyong) with a population of 346,082. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 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 Hŭngnam
Hŭngnam 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 | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 30.1 sq mi (78.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,498/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8420°N, 127.6321°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (170 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 170 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 |
Hŭngnam 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").
Schools in Hŭngnam
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 련포고급중학교 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Hŭngnam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamhung Revolutionary Museum |
Libraries in Hŭngnam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hamgyong Provincial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hŭngnam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samho Market |
Hotels in Hŭngnam
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Hŭngnam
8 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hŭngnam
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hŭngnam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hŭngnam
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Changjin Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Sondok Airport | DSO | Medium Airport |
| Toksan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Wonsan Kalma Airport | WOS | Medium Airport |
| Kang Da Ri Airport | — | Small 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 Hŭngnam
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Hŭngnam
What is the population of Hŭngnam?
Hŭngnam has a population of 346,082 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 11,498 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hŭngnam?
Hŭngnam 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.