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Koksan-ŭp, North Korea

North Hwanghae · North Korea

Koksan-ŭp is a small city in North Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 12,923. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

12,923 Population 67/sq mi density
541 ft Elevation 165 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
46.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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About Koksan-ŭp

Koksan-ŭp

Koksan är en ort i Nordkorea. Den ligger i provinsen Norra Hwanghae, i den södra delen av landet, 80 km öster om huvudstaden Pyongyang. Koksan ligger 165 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 12 923.

People

Population12,923
Density67/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Population12,923
Population Density67 / sq mi
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Coordinates38.7819°, 126.6664°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceNorth Hwanghae
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation46.0 inches (1,168 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)

About Koksan-ŭp

Koksan-ŭp is a small city in North Korea (North Hwanghae) with a population of 12,923. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Koksan-ŭp

Koksan-ŭp has an average annual temperature of 7.8°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1503 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -8.8°C / 16°F -23.8° / 3.7° 19.4
Feb -4.8°C / 23°F -18.3° / 8° 21.5
Mar 1.6°C / 35°F -10.8° / 15.8° 49.8
Apr 7.4°C / 45°F -4.2° / 22.1° 51.5
May 13.5°C / 56°F 1.2° / 26° 108.2
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 8.5° / 30.4° 178.6
Jul 22.3°C / 72°F 14.8° / 30.9° 308.8
Aug 22.2°C / 72°F 14.2° / 29.8° 379.5
Sep 17.3°C / 63°F 7.5° / 26.8° 198.1
Oct 9.7°C / 49°F -2.9° / 21.5° 83.6
Nov 2°C / 36°F -12.3° / 16.5° 78.2
Dec -7.4°C / 19°F -22.7° / 6° 25.8
Koksan-ŭp experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below North Korea avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area193.0 sq mi (499.8 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates38.7819°N, 126.6664°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.0"
21% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.6 on Jan 8, 2023.

Nov 11, 1992 8 km NW of Chunghwa, North Korea M4.3 81 km
May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 32 km
Jun 27, 2019 10 km W of Chunghwa, North Korea M3.6 86 km
Jan 8, 2023 South Korea M3.6 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Bavi Category 1 168 km
2020 Maysak Category 1 297 km
2020 Haishen Category 1 291 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 161 km
2010 Kompasu Category 1 89 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 214 km
1995 Faye Category 1 284 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ch'uga-ryong Shield 452 m (1,483 ft) Unknown 77 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 1.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 13.6 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 10.6 in Warmest
September 63°F (17°C) 5.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.0 in

Koksan-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 18°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.6") and February the driest (0.6").

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Train Stations in Koksan-ŭp

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chihari
Chisang
Chongbong
Songjong
Tongjom

Gas Stations in Koksan-ŭp

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Koksan-ŭp

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Airports Near Koksan-ŭp

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Koksan 2 Highway StripMedium Airport
Koksan Air BaseMedium Airport
Pukchang Air BaseMedium Airport
Ayang Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Chik-Tong AirstripSmall Airport
G 233 AirportSmall Airport
G 238 AirportSmall Airport
G-240 AirportSmall Airport
Ichon AirportSmall Airport
Ichon Northeast AirportSmall Airport
Ji Po Ri Airfield (G-237)Small Airport
Kang Da Ri AirportSmall Airport
Kang Da Ri Highway StripSmall Airport
Kangdong AirportSmall Airport
Koksan Highway AirportSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni AirfieldSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Okpyong ni Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Pyongsul Li AirstripSmall Airport
Sangwon 2 Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sangwon Highway StripSmall Airport
Sohung Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sohung South AirportSmall Airport
Taebukpo Ri AirportSmall Airport
Toha Ri North AirportSmall Airport
Wong Yo Ri Highway StripSmall Airport
Yong Hung Highway AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang

🇰🇵 About North Korea

Capital Pyongyang
Population 25,549,819
Area 120,540 km²
HDI 0.580
Life expectancy 73.6 years
Internet users 0.0%
Urban population 63.5%
Currency KPW (Won)
Languages Korean
Calling code +850
TLD .kp
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Koksan-ŭp

What is the population of Koksan-ŭp?

Koksan-ŭp has a population of 12,923 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 193.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Koksan-ŭp?

Koksan-ŭp has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

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