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Kangnyŏng, North Korea
South Hwanghae · North Korea
Kangnyŏng is a large city in South Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 106,827. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 106,827 |
| Population Density | 122 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.9075°, 125.5100° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Hwanghae |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,120 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.1 inches (5 cm) |
About Kangnyŏng
Kangnyŏng is a large city in North Korea (South Hwanghae) with a population of 106,827. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Kangnyŏng
Kangnyŏng has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1150 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 875.6 sq mi (2,267.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9075°N, 125.5100°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (166 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 10.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.8 in |
Kangnyŏng has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 26°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.1") and January the driest (0.6").
Museums in Kangnyŏng
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hwanghaenamdo Revolutionary History Museum |
Farmers Markets in Kangnyŏng
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byeokseong Market | |||||
| Haeju Market |
Train Stations in Kangnyŏng
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kangnyŏng
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kangnyŏng
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Haeju Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangju Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Kwail Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Ayang Ni Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Ch'o do Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Changyon Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ihyon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ihyon Ni Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nuchon Ni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ongjin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sohung Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sohung South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| T'aet'an-pihaengjang Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Unchon Up Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Kangnyŏng
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kangnyŏng
What is the population of Kangnyŏng?
Kangnyŏng has a population of 106,827 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 122 people per square mile, spread across 875.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kangnyŏng?
Kangnyŏng has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.