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Hyesan-dong, North Korea
Yanggang-do · North Korea
Hyesan-dong is a mid-size city in Yanggang-do, North Korea with a population of 97,794. Elevation: 2,474 ft (754 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
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About Hyesan-dong
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 | 97,794 |
| Population Density | 585 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,474 ft (754 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.3953°, 128.1873° |
| 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-dong
Hyesan-dong is a mid-size city in North Korea (Yanggang-do) with a population of 97,794. The city sits at an elevation of 2,474 feet (754 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-dong
Hyesan-dong 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 | 2,474 ft (754 m) |
| Area | 167.1 sq mi (432.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 585/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3953°N, 128.1873°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 66 km |
| Longgang Group | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) | 350 | 174 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-dong 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").
Libraries in Hyesan-dong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanggang Province Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hyesan-dong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyesan Market |
Train Stations in Hyesan-dong
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Hyesan-dong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hyesan-dong
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-dong
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-dong
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Hyesan-dong?
Hyesan-dong has a population of 97,794 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 585 people per square mile, spread across 167.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hyesan-dong?
Hyesan-dong 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.