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Jangheung, South Korea

Jeollanam-do · South Korea

Jangheung is a mid-size city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 34,544. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

34,544 Population 145/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
55.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone

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About Jangheung

Jangheung

Jangheung County is a county in South Jeolla Province, South Korea.

People

Population34,544
Density145/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population34,544
Population Density145 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates34.6816°, 126.9069°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceJeollanam-do
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation55.5 inches (1,409 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)

About Jangheung

Jangheung is a mid-size city in South Korea (Jeollanam-do) with a population of 34,544. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.

Climate in Jangheung

Jangheung has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1635 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.4°C / 38°F -4.7° / 13.2° 42.2
Feb 4.7°C / 40°F -2.9° / 14.1° 54.4
Mar 8.7°C / 48°F -0.3° / 18.3° 91.1
Apr 12.6°C / 55°F 3.5° / 22.2° 105.8
May 16.8°C / 62°F 8.2° / 24.7° 134.5
Jun 21°C / 70°F 14.5° / 27.4° 236.2
Jul 24.5°C / 76°F 19.4° / 29.3° 386.9
Aug 26.3°C / 79°F 20.5° / 31.1° 197.3
Sep 23.1°C / 74°F 16.1° / 28.8° 233.6
Oct 16.8°C / 62°F 8.1° / 25.2° 69.0
Nov 11.3°C / 52°F 1.6° / 20.8° 57.6
Dec 4.9°C / 41°F -3.4° / 14.5° 26.6
Jangheung experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above South Korea avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area238.6 sq mi (618.0 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates34.6816°N, 126.9069°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.5"
46% above South Korea avg
Snowfall 3.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.43"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 11, 2024.

Jun 11, 2024 3 km NW of Puan, South Korea M4.4 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

32 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Hinnamnor Category 2 122 km
2020 Bavi Category 3 232 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 211 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 139 km
2019 Lingling Category 2 184 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 211 km
2018 Soulik Category 1 219 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 233 km
2016 Chaba Category 2 114 km
2013 Danas Category 2 183 km
2012 Sanba Category 2 127 km
2012 Bolaven Category 1 245 km
2010 Kompasu Category 3 198 km
2007 Nari Category 2 49 km
2004 Megi Category 1 194 km
2003 Maemi Category 3 117 km
2003 Soudelor Category 1 208 km
2002 Rusa Category 1 70 km
2000 Saomai Category 1 133 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1649 YELLOW SEA Earthquake 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Halla (151 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Halla Shield 1,919 m (6,296 ft) 1007 151 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
May 62°F (16°C) 4.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 8.5 in
July 76°F (24°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 9.9 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 6.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in Driest

Jangheung has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Jangheung

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Geasan Elementary School)
Jeonnamsaengmyeong Science High School
Gangjingundong Middle School
Gundong Elementary School
장흥서초등학교
장흥초등학교
장흥중학교
장흥고등학교
장흥여자중학교
정남진산업고등학교
장흥안양초등학교
장흥안양중학교
장흥용산초등학교
장흥용산중학교
장흥남초등학교
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Radio Stations near Jangheung

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Jangheung

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dasan Memorial Hall
Dasan Museum
Gangjin Cheongjajaryo Museum
Goryeo Celadon Museum
Gwijokhodo Museum
Jeolla Millitary Fortress Hamel Memorial Museum
Jeongnamjincheonmun Science Museum
Naju National Museum
강진청자판매장
미소당
방촌유물전시관
장흥댐 물문화관
장흥동학농민혁명기념관
한국차박물관
한국트로트가요센터

Libraries in Jangheung

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chari Library0.0
Gangjingun Library0.0
Ggachinae Library0.0
Iyangmyeonssangbong Library0.0
Secheong Library0.0
Yeongam Public Library0.0
영암도서관0.0
장흥공공도서관0.0
전라남도교육청보성도서관0.0
정남진도서관0.0

Farmers Markets in Jangheung

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jeongnamjin Jangheung Saturday Market
복내5일장

Hotels in Jangheung

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IVY motel
진송관광호텔

Restaurants in Jangheung

94 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

3대곰탕
Bomyeong Restaurant
Byeongyeong Seong
Jamae Restaurant
가람감자탕
가정식백반찜
강남아구찜 대구뽈테기
강산해
고향식당
구루메
구쁘한우관
귀보아구찜
금다원
길식당
남도
남하부엌
녹원가
다복찜전문점
닭치고오리
대복2관
덕인
돈단지
동방불패
등뼈
땅몰가든
만리장성
맛난집
맷돌
명가아구찜
명동식당관광
문서방기운센풍천장어
문수헌
미리네식당
미소
미청
바다하우스장흥점
방가방가든 군동식당
병영서가네
병영연탄불고기
부뚜막
부부한우
부용식당
북경
설성식당
설성식당
설성식당
세양회전문점
소리도장어
송백흑염소
수복식당
수인관
수인관
수종가든
신들뫼바다
신라복집
싱싱회마을
안동국밥
연송맛집
영천민물장어
오리앤오리
오얏리돌솥밥
용주동삭금쭈꾸미
운동장가든
원가
유희의반상
이가네막창구이
일번지회센터
장흥 구쁘한우관
장흥뚝배기
장흥일등한우식당
장흥천관한우식당
장흥한우삼합구이
전주콩나물해장국밥
정남진갈치전문점
정남진만나숯불갈비식육식당
조마루감자탕
조은막창구이
진선식육식당
천지인
탐마루
탐진강
탐진강메기탕
탐진강오리
탐진해물탕
통큰무한삼겹
팔도마당
포차12번지
한끼
한들
한우마을
향미식육식당
화끈한한우삼합구이
화풍
황칠나라

Cafes in Jangheung

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

하멜 카페
할리스커피 장흥점

Cinemas in Jangheung

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

정남진시네마

Theme Parks in Jangheung

2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galmaegi Folk Village
Nodaji Folk Village

Veterinaries in Jangheung

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baekje Animal Hospital
Hyeondae Animal Hospital

Train Stations in Jangheung

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gangjin
JeonnamJangheung

Bus Stations in Jangheung

6 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Byeongyeong Bus Terminal
Gangjin Intercity Bus Terminal
Wolgung Terminal
대덕정류소
명주리정류소
장흥시외버스터미널

Gas Stations in Jangheung

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dongchang Gas Station
Donghwa Gas Station
Hyundai Handeul NH Byeongyeong Gas Station
Namgang Gas Station
정남진장흥농협주유소

Banks in Jangheung

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gundong Nonghyup
Handeul NH
NH농협은행 장흥군지부
강진새마을금고 병영지점
장흥군산림조합
정남진장흥농협

Gyms in Jangheung

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

장흥국민체육센터
장흥실내체육관

Stadiums & Teams in Jangheung

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jangheung

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muan International AirportMWXLarge Airport
Gwangju AirportKWJMedium Airport
Yeosu AirportRSUMedium Airport
Chodang University Sani Airport (Yeongnong Airport)Small Airport
G 710 AirportSmall Airport
G 712 AirportSmall Airport
Goheung AirportSmall Airport
Hwangryong AirportSmall Airport
Mokpo Air BaseSmall Airport
Yeongam AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Jangheung

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Byeongyeong Post Office
Gangjin Post Office
Gundong Post Office
Jangheung Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jangheung

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Byeongyeong Church
Byeongyeong Jung-ang Church
남미륵사
남미륵사
부용사
수인사
장흥읍교회
화방사
효성교회

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Seoul
Area
60.7 km² (23.4 mi²)

🇰🇷 About South Korea

Capital Seoul
Population 51,635,256
Area 98,480 km²
GDP (USD) $1,844,800,934,392
GDP per capita $35,674
HDI 0.929
Life expectancy 83.4 years
Internet users 97.4%
Urban population 81.2%
Currency KRW (Won)
Languages Korean
Calling code +82
TLD .kr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in South Korea

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 새해
Feb 16 Lunar New Year 설날
Feb 17 Lunar New Year 설날
Feb 18 Lunar New Year 설날
Mar 2 Independence Movement Day 3·1절
May 1 Labour Day 노동절
May 5 Children's Day 어린이날
May 24 Buddha's Birthday 부처님 오신 날
Jun 6 Memorial Day 현충일
Jul 17 Constitution Day 제헌절
Aug 17 Liberation Day 광복절
Sep 24 Chuseok 추석
Sep 25 Chuseok 추석
Sep 26 Chuseok 추석
Oct 5 National Foundation Day 개천절
Oct 9 Hangul Day 한글날
Dec 25 Christmas Day 크리스마스

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jangheung

What is the population of Jangheung?

Jangheung has a population of 34,544 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 238.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jangheung?

Jangheung has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.5 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.

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