Kurye, South Korea
Jeollanam-do · South Korea
Kurye is a small city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 30,000. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Kurye
Gwangui-myeon är en socken i kommunen Gurye-gun i provinsen Södra Jeolla i den södra delen av Sydkorea, 260 km söder om huvudstaden Seoul.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,000 |
| Population Density | 1,241 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2094°, 127.4644° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Jeollanam-do |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.3 inches (1,380 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.1 inches (10 cm) |
About Kurye
Kurye is a small city in South Korea (Jeollanam-do) with a population of 30,000. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Kurye
Kurye has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (0.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1535 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 24.2 sq mi (62.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,241/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2094°N, 127.4644°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1649 | YELLOW SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
Kurye has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 30°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.9") and December the driest (1.1").
Schools in Kurye
17 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gurye Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Hwangjeon Elementary School Hoedeok Branch | - | - | - | - |
| 토지초등학교 | - | - | - | - |
| Guryedong Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Guryeganmun Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| 광의초등학교 | - | - | - | - |
| 용방초등학교 | - | - | - | - |
| Gurye cheongcheon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muncheok Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guryebuk Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Jeonnamjayeon Science High School | - | - | - | - |
| 구례중앙초등학교 | - | - | - | - |
| Gurye High School | - | - | - | - |
| Gurye Girls Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Guryebuk Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Yongbang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gwangui Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kurye
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kurye
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70주년기념관 | ||||
| 70주년기념관 | ||||
| Chichi-Poopoo Playground | ||||
| Jeollabukdoteuksanpum Exhibition Hall | ||||
| maeam Tea Museum | ||||
| Namwon Local Museum | ||||
| National Suncheon University Museum | ||||
| Seomjin River Fish Museum | ||||
| Song-Gwang-Sa Temple Buddhist Cultural Museum | ||||
| Ssanggyejeda Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Swieoganeun Museum | ||||
| 광양역사문화관 | ||||
| 광양장도박물관 | ||||
| 순천기독교역사박물관 | ||||
| 순천기독교역사박물관 | ||||
| 순천대학교 박물관 | ||||
| 지리산생태과학관 | ||||
| 지리산역사문화관 | ||||
| 지리산역사박물관 | ||||
| 청학동박물관 Cheonghak-dong | ||||
| 컨벤션관 | ||||
| 하동야생차박물관 | ||||
| 한옥체험관 |
Libraries in Kurye
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dotongdong Gongnip Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ganjeonmyeonsae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gurye Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gwangyang Gidu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maecheon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Manin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Muncheongmyeonsae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Namwon City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Noamjugong Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandongjeil Church Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandongjungang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seokcheong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seokjeong Sae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Unbonggun Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yongbangmyeonsae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 광양시립중앙도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 광양시립중앙도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 광양시립중앙도서관 어린이별관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 광양시립중앙도서관 어린이별관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 광양용강도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 광양희망도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 광양희망도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 비봉마을도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 순천시립삼산도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 순천시립삼산도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 순천시립조례호수도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 악양작은도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 용강도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 월등송천작은도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kurye
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goemok Gumanu Traditional Marketplace | |||||
| 광양5일시장 | |||||
| 석곡전통시장 | |||||
| 승주시장 | |||||
| 화개장터 |
Hotels in Kurye
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kurye
123 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kurye
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kurye
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kurye
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kurye
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kurye
5 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kurye
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kurye
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kurye
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kurye
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kurye
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kurye
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kurye
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gwangju Airport | KWJ | Medium Airport |
| Sacheon Airport / Sacheon Air Base | HIN | Medium Airport |
| Yeosu Airport | RSU | Medium Airport |
| G 710 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goheung Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hwangryong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jeonju (G 703) Air Base | CHN | Small Airport |
| Jeonju Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| SL Air Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kurye
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ganjeon Post Office | |
| Gurye Post Office | |
| Gwangui Post Office | |
| Hwagae Post Office | |
| Masan Post Office | |
| Muncheok Post Office | |
| Toji Post Office | |
| Yongbang Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Kurye
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Gusangbogeonjinnyoso | ||
| Pangyobogeonjinnyoso |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kurye
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cheoneunsa | |
| Missionary Ruins | |
| Munsusa | |
| Sasungam Temple | |
| Yongcheon-sa | |
| 내원암 | |
| 도계암 | |
| 미타암 | |
| 사성암 | |
| 수도암 | |
| 약천사 | |
| 연기암 | |
| 죽림정사 |
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Waterfalls Near Kurye
6 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Kurye.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 뱀소 | |
| 병소 | |
| 병풍소 | |
| 불일폭포 | |
| 이끼폭포 | |
| 제승대 |
Quick Facts
🇰🇷 About South Korea
Public Holidays in South Korea
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kurye
What is the population of Kurye?
Kurye has a population of 30,000 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,241 people per square mile, spread across 24.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kurye?
Kurye has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 54.3 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.
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