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Kosan, North Korea
Kangwŏn-do · North Korea
Kosan is a small city in Kangwŏn-do, North Korea with a population of 24,822. Elevation: 640 ft (195 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 24,822 |
| Population Density | 135 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.8558°, 127.4181° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | Kangwŏn-do |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,135 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.4 inches (6 cm) |
About Kosan
Kosan is a small city in North Korea (Kangwŏn-do) with a population of 24,822. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet (195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Kosan
Kosan has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1555 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 183.4 sq mi (474.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 135/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8558°N, 127.4181°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (59 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 9.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in |
Kosan has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 23°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.6") and January the driest (0.7").
Train Stations in Kosan
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kosan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kosan
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wonsan Kalma Airport | WOS | Medium Airport |
| Chik-Tong Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| G 238 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-240 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-313 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-314 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-317 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-321 Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| G-405 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G-406 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoeyang Southeast Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hyon-ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ichon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ichon Northeast Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Imdang-ri Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ji Po Ri Airfield (G-237) | — | Small Airport |
| Kang Da Ri Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kang Da Ri Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Kojo Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kumgang Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kuum-ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Okpyong ni Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pyongsul Li Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Taebukpo Ri Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yo-do Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yong Hung Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yong Hung Highway Reserve Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
🇰🇵 About North Korea
Frequently Asked Questions About Kosan
What is the population of Kosan?
Kosan has a population of 24,822 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 135 people per square mile, spread across 183.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kosan?
Kosan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.