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Kangsŏn, North Korea
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Kangsŏn is a large city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 102,436. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kangsŏn
Ch'ŏllima is a kuyŏk in Namp'o Special City, North Korea. Prior to 2004, it was Ch'ŏllima-kuyok, a district of northeastern Namp'o Directly Governed City. Following the demotion of Namp'o in 2004, Ch'ŏllima became an independent county. The region was part of Kangsŏ county in 1952, and was entered into Taean city; when Taean was demoted to county in 1983, it became part of Namp'o Special City.
People
Climate
| Population | 102,436 |
| Population Density | 1,947 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.9364°, 125.5811° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Pyongan |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.5 inches (1,029 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.1 inches (5 cm) |
About Kangsŏn
Kangsŏn is a large city in North Korea (South Pyongan) with a population of 102,436. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Kangsŏn
Kangsŏn has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1000 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 52.6 sq mi (136.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,947/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9364°N, 125.5811°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 | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in |
Kangsŏn has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 21°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and February the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Kangsŏn
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice of Korea | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pyongyang Radio FM | news music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 조선중앙방송 | full service | AAC 186 kbps | |
| 평양FM105.2 | 105.2, 105.2 fm | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kangsŏn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botanical Museum | ||||
| Chilgol Revolutionary Museum | ||||
| Chilgol Revolutionary Museum | ||||
| Chongsan-ri Cooperative Farm Museum | ||||
| Fatherland Liberation War Museum | ||||
| Fatherland Liberation War Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Korea | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Korea | ||||
| Jonsung Revolutionary Museum | ||||
| Kimilsungia and Kimjongilia Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Korea Stamp Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Korea Stamp Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Korean Art Museum | ||||
| Korean Art Museum | ||||
| Korean Central History Museum | ||||
| Korean Central History Museum | ||||
| Korean People's Army Armament and Equipment Museum | ||||
| Korean People's Army Armament and Equipment Museum | ||||
| Korean Revolution Museum | ||||
| Korean Revolution Museum | ||||
| Korean Stamp Museum | ||||
| Korean Stamp Museum | ||||
| Kumsusan Palace of the Sun | ||||
| Mangyongdae Revolutionary Museum | ||||
| Mangyongdae Revolutionary Museum | ||||
| Museum of Youth Movement | ||||
| Museum of Youth Movement | ||||
| National Gift Exhibition | ||||
| National Gift Exhibition | ||||
| Natural History Museum Pyongyang | ||||
| Paek Son Haeng Memorial Hall | ||||
| Paek Son Haeng Memorial Hall | ||||
| Party Founding Museum | ||||
| Party Founding Museum | ||||
| Phyongchon Revolutionary History Museum | ||||
| Phyongchon Revolutionary History Museum | ||||
| Pyongyang Metro Museum | ||||
| Pyongyang Railway Museum | ||||
| Pyongyang Railway Museum | ||||
| Pyongyang Textile Machinery Factory Revolutionary History Museum | ||||
| Pyongyang Textile Machinery Factory Revolutionary History Museum | ||||
| Rangnang Museum | ||||
| Rangnang Museum | ||||
| Revolutionary Historic Museum of Kim Chaek University of Technology | ||||
| Revolutionary Historic Museum of Kim Chaek University of Technology | ||||
| Revolutionary Historical Vehicle Museum | ||||
| Revolutionary Historical Vehicle Museum | ||||
| Revolutionary History Museum | ||||
| Revolutionary Museum of the Ministry of the People's Armed Forces | ||||
| Three Revolution Exhibition | ||||
| USS Pueblo (AGER-2) | ||||
| USS Pueblo (AGER-2) | ||||
| Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum | ||||
| Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum | ||||
| 반간첩투쟁전람관 | ||||
| 반간첩투쟁전람관 |
Libraries in Kangsŏn
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Library of Kim Chaek University of Technology | 0.0 | |||||
| Grand People's Study House | 0.0 | |||||
| Kim Il Sung University E-Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kim Il Sung University Science Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Pyongyang Medical College | 0.0 | |||||
| Rungra Students' Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rungra Students' Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 신문도서열람실 | 0.0 | |||||
| 신문도서열람실 | 0.0 | |||||
| 신문도서열람실 | 0.0 | |||||
| 옥류교신문도서열람실 | 0.0 | |||||
| 옥류교신문도서열람실 | 0.0 | |||||
| 옥류교신문도서열람실 | 0.0 | |||||
| 학생도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 학생도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 학생도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kangsŏn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheonjin Market | |||||
| Cheonnae Market | |||||
| Gwangmun Market | |||||
| Heukgyo Market | |||||
| Kangseo Market | |||||
| Nampo Market | |||||
| Rakrang Market | |||||
| Rungra Market | |||||
| Ryonggang Market | |||||
| Ryongseong Market | |||||
| Songnim Market | |||||
| 당상시장 | |||||
| 인흥시장 | |||||
| 중구시장 |
Train Stations in Kangsŏn
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kangsŏn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taedonggang Beer Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Kangsŏn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Sosan Football Stadium |
Airports Near Kangsŏn
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pyongyang Sunan International Airport | FNJ | Large Airport |
| Hwangju Airbase | - | Medium Airport |
| Kwail Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Pukchang Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Sunchon Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Uthachi Highway Strip Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Ayang Ni Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Ch'o do Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Changyon Highway Strip Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kangdong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mirim Aviation Club | - | Small Airport |
| Nuchon Ni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nuchon Ni Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Onchon Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Onchon Underground Fighter Base | - | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni South Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni West Highway Strip Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sangwon 2 Highway Strip Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sinanju Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sohung Highway Strip Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sohung South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Toha Ri North Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Unchon Up Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Kangsŏn
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kangsŏn
3 places within 15 km
- • Chae-bong
- • Paekhak-san
- • Wŏndang-san
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kangsŏn
What is the population of Kangsŏn?
Kangsŏn has a population of 102,436 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 1,947 people per square mile, spread across 52.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kangsŏn?
Kangsŏn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.