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Iwŏn-ŭp, North Korea
South Hamgyong · North Korea
Iwŏn-ŭp is a small city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 26,364. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Iwŏn-ŭp
Riwŏn is the seat of Riwŏn County in South Hamgyŏng province, North Korea.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,364 |
| Population Density | 66 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3231°, 128.6553° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.9 inches (810 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.7 inches (9 cm) |
About Iwŏn-ŭp
Iwŏn-ŭp is a small city in North Korea (South Hamgyong) with a population of 26,364. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Iwŏn-ŭp
Iwŏn-ŭp has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 925 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 400.7 sq mi (1,037.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 66/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3231°N, 128.6553°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (190 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.1 in |
Iwŏn-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (0.8").
Train Stations in Iwŏn-ŭp
12 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Iwŏn-ŭp
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hwangsuwon Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Riwon Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangsuwon Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kilchu Highway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tanchon South Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Iwŏn-ŭp?
Iwŏn-ŭp has a population of 26,364 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 400.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Iwŏn-ŭp?
Iwŏn-ŭp 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 69°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.