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Hwangju-ŭp, North Korea
North Hwanghae · North Korea
Hwangju-ŭp is a mid-size city in North Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 35,641. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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About Hwangju-ŭp
Hwangju-ŭp är en ort i Nordkorea. Den ligger i provinsen Norra Hwanghae, i den sydvästra delen av landet, 40 km söder om huvudstaden Pyongyang. Hwangju-ŭp ligger 23 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 35 641.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,641 |
| Population Density | 172 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.6703°, 125.7761° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | North Hwanghae |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.9 inches (1,040 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Hwangju-ŭp
Hwangju-ŭp is a mid-size city in North Korea (North Hwanghae) with a population of 35,641. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Hwangju-ŭp
Hwangju-ŭp has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1225 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 206.6 sq mi (535.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 172/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6703°N, 125.7761°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in |
Hwangju-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 21°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.0") and February the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Hwangju-ŭp
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice of Korea | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pyongyang Radio FM | news music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 조선중앙방송 | full service | AAC 186 kbps | |
| 평양FM105.2 | 105.2, 105.2 fm | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Hwangju-ŭp
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sariwon History Museum |
Libraries in Hwangju-ŭp
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 사리원교원대학 전자도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hwangju-ŭp
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heukgyo Market | |||||
| Songnim Market | |||||
| 량곡교환소 | |||||
| 량곡교환소 |
Train Stations in Hwangju-ŭp
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hwangju-ŭp
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hwangju-ŭp
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pyongyang Sunan International Airport | FNJ | Large Airport |
| Haeju Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangju Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Sunchon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Uthachi Highway Strip Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Ayang Ni Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Changyon Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ihyon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ihyon Ni Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kangdong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mirim Aviation Club | — | Small Airport |
| Nuchon Ni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nuchon Ni Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Onchon Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Onchon Underground Fighter Base | — | Small Airport |
| Ongjin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni South Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni West Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sangwon 2 Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sohung Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sohung South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| T'aet'an-pihaengjang Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Toha Ri North Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Unchon Up Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Hwangju-ŭp?
Hwangju-ŭp has a population of 35,641 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 206.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hwangju-ŭp?
Hwangju-ŭp has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.