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Kyŏngsŏng, North Korea
North Hamgyong · North Korea
Kyŏngsŏng is a mid-size city in North Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 35,604. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
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About Kyŏngsŏng
Kyŏngsŏng County is a kun, or county, on the central coast of North Hamgyong, North Korea. The administrative center is located in Kyŏngsŏng-ŭp.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,604 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.5878°, 129.6061° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | North Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.3 inches (694 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.5 inches (6 cm) |
About Kyŏngsŏng
Kyŏngsŏng is a mid-size city in North Korea (North Hamgyong) with a population of 35,604. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Kyŏngsŏng
Kyŏngsŏng has an average annual temperature of 5.3°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (20°C), the coldest is Jan (-10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 981 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 667.2 sq mi (1,728.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5878°N, 129.6061°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (134 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in |
Kyŏngsŏng has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 19°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.1") and January the driest (0.5").
Museums in Kyŏngsŏng
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Art Museum | ||||
| Fine Art Museum | ||||
| North Hamgyong Provincial Revolutionary History Museum |
Libraries in Kyŏngsŏng
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hamkyung Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kyŏngsŏng
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pohang Market | |||||
| Songpyeong Market | |||||
| Sunam Market | |||||
| 경성시장 |
Train Stations in Kyŏngsŏng
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kyŏngsŏng
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Pohang Stadium |
Airports Near Kyŏngsŏng
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orang (Chongjin) Airport | RGO | Medium Airport |
| Kilchu Highway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuktong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sungam ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Kyŏngsŏng?
Kyŏngsŏng has a population of 35,604 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 667.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kyŏngsŏng?
Kyŏngsŏng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 2.5 inches of snow.