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Kowŏn-ŭp, North Korea
South Hamgyong · North Korea
Kowŏn-ŭp is a small city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 21,490. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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About Kowŏn-ŭp
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People
Climate
| Population | 21,490 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.4381°, 127.2431° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.1 inches (992 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.0 inches (5 cm) |
About Kowŏn-ŭp
Kowŏn-ŭp is a small city in North Korea (South Hamgyong) with a population of 21,490. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Kowŏn-ŭp
Kowŏn-ŭp has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1376 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 591.2 sq mi (1,531.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4381°N, 127.2431°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (123 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in |
Kowŏn-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.0") and January the driest (0.6").
Train Stations in Kowŏn-ŭp
19 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kowŏn-ŭp
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kowŏn-ŭp
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kowŏn-ŭp
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Koksan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Sondok Airport | DSO | Medium Airport |
| Toksan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Wonsan Kalma Airport | WOS | Medium Airport |
| Chik-Tong Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kang Da Ri Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kang Da Ri Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Kojo Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Koksan Highway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuum-ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maengsan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Okpyong ni Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pyongsul Li Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sinhung Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Yo-do Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yong Hung Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yong Hung Highway Reserve Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yonpo Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Kowŏn-ŭp?
Kowŏn-ŭp has a population of 21,490 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 591.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kowŏn-ŭp?
Kowŏn-ŭp has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow.