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Kaech’ŏn, North Korea
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Kaech’ŏn is a large city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 319,554. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kaech’ŏn
Kunu-dong (Kunuri) is a village located in South Pyongan Province, North Korea. A key battle of the Korean War, the Battle of Kunu-ri, took place there in November 1950. Kunu-ri was mainly a communication center and a railroad station at the time, and it contains the lateral east-west road which runs from Sinanju on the west coast and Hungnamon the east coast. It is located at the eastern bank of the Chongchon River which parallels the Kunu-ri—Huichon road, and it is also situated at the northern end of the Taedong River valley and on the western slopes of the northern Taebaek Mountains range, generally known as the "Spine of Korea". Kunu-ri is one of the most northern point UN forces managed to reach during the Korean War, which is very near the Chinese border before the massive Chinese attack drove them all the way south. The village was near the location where the US Army 2nd Engineer Battalion burned its colors to prevent their capture by Chinese forces.
People
Climate
| Population | 319,554 |
| Population Density | 1,121 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.7006°, 125.8933° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Pyongan |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.1 inches (1,018 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Kaech’ŏn
Kaech’ŏn is a large city in North Korea (South Pyongan) with a population of 319,554. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Kaech’ŏn
Kaech’ŏn has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1428 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 284.9 sq mi (738.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7006°N, 125.8933°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1921 | XIAOSI, DANDONG, LIAONING | Earthquake | - | - | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (197 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 9.4 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.7 in |
Kaech’ŏn has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 17°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.9") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Kaech’ŏn
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaechon First Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaechon First Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Kaech’ŏn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madusan Revolutionary Battle Site Relief Document Preservation and Education Room |
Farmers Markets in Kaech’ŏn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaechon Marketplace |
Restaurants in Kaech’ŏn
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kaech’ŏn
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kaech’ŏn
8 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kaech’ŏn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kaech’ŏn
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pyongyang Sunan International Airport | FNJ | Large Airport |
| Pukchang Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Sunchon Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Hyangsan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kaechon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kangdong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mirim Aviation Club | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon Highway Strip 2 | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon South Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni South Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni West Highway Strip Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Ni Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sinanju Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Taechon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taechon Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Kaech’ŏn?
Kaech’ŏn has a population of 319,554 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 1,121 people per square mile, spread across 284.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kaech’ŏn?
Kaech’ŏn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.