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Kilju, North Korea
North Hamgyong · North Korea
Kilju is a mid-size city in North Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 63,652. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 63,652 |
| Population Density | 121 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.9642°, 129.3278° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | North Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.7 inches (729 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.5 inches (9 cm) |
About Kilju
Kilju is a mid-size city in North Korea (North Hamgyong) with a population of 63,652. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Kilju
Kilju has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (23°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 728 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Area | 524.5 sq mi (1,358.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9642°N, 129.3278°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (154 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in |
Kilju has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 20°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.8") and February the driest (0.8").
Train Stations in Kilju
11 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kilju
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kilju
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orang (Chongjin) Airport | RGO | Medium Airport |
| Riwon Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Kilchu Highway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuktong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sungam ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tanchon South Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Kilju
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇰🇵 About North Korea
Frequently Asked Questions About Kilju
What is the population of Kilju?
Kilju has a population of 63,652 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 121 people per square mile, spread across 524.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kilju?
Kilju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.