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Kusŏng-si, North Korea
P'yŏngan-bukto · North Korea
Kusŏng-si is a mid-size city in P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea with a population of 30,902. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Kusŏng-si
Kusŏng is a city in central North Pyongan province, North Korea.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,902 |
| Population Density | 116 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.9797°, 125.2529° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | P'yŏngan-bukto |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.8 inches (1,012 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.6 inches (7 cm) |
About Kusŏng-si
Kusŏng-si is a mid-size city in North Korea (P'yŏngan-bukto) with a population of 30,902. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Kusŏng-si
Kusŏng-si has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1475 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 266.9 sq mi (691.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 116/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9797°N, 125.2529°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1921 | XIAOSI, DANDONG, LIAONING | Earthquake | — | — | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.6 in |
Kusŏng-si has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 16°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Kusŏng-si
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seosan-dong School | — | — | — | — |
Train Stations in Kusŏng-si
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kusŏng-si
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kwaksan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Pukchang Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Sunchon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Kaechon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panghyon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panghyon Highway Strip 2 | — | Small Airport |
| Panghyon South Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni South Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni West Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Ni Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sinanju Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sonchon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Taechon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Taechon Northwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Kusŏng-si?
Kusŏng-si has a population of 30,902 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 266.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kusŏng-si?
Kusŏng-si has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.