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Hyesan, North Korea
Yanggang-do · North Korea
Hyesan is a large city in Yanggang-do, North Korea with a population of 192,680. Elevation: 2,326 ft (709 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
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About Hyesan
Hyesan is a city in the northern part of Ryanggang province of North Korea. It is a hub of river transportation as well as a product distribution centre. It is also the administrative centre of Ryanggang Province. As of 2008, the population of the city is 192,680.
People
Climate
| Population | 192,680 |
| Population Density | 1,802 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.4017°, 128.1778° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | Yanggang-do |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 1°F (-17°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (715 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.1 inches (8 cm) |
About Hyesan
Hyesan is a large city in North Korea (Yanggang-do) with a population of 192,680. The city sits at an elevation of 2,326 feet (709 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 1°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Hyesan
Hyesan has an average annual temperature of 4.9°C (41°F). The hottest month is Jul (21.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-15.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 587 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.0°F |
| 33% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 1°F (-17°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Area | 107.0 sq mi (277.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,802/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4017°N, 128.1778°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (65 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 65 km |
| Longgang Group | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) | 350 | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°F (-17°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 8°F (-13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 22°F (-5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.6 in |
Hyesan has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from 1°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Hyesan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyesan University of Agriculture and Forestry | University | — | — |
| Kim Jeong-suk Teachers College | University | — | — |
| Ryanggang University of Industry | University | — | — |
Libraries in Hyesan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanggang Province Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hyesan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyesan Market |
Cinemas in Hyesan
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Hyesan
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hyesan
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Hyesan
11 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hyesan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hyesan
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 长白山华美胜地滑雪场 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Hyesan
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Changbaishan Airport | NBS | Medium Airport |
| Hwangsuwon Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangsuwon Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hyesan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paegam Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Samjiyŏn Airport | YJS | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Hyesan
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇰🇵 About North Korea
Frequently Asked Questions About Hyesan
What is the population of Hyesan?
Hyesan has a population of 192,680 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 1,802 people per square mile, spread across 107.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hyesan?
Hyesan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.