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Mungyeong, South Korea
Gyeongsangbuk-do · South Korea
Mungyeong is a mid-size city in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea with a population of 77,304. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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About Mungyeong
Mungyeong is a city in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. The local government, economy, and transportation networks are all centered in Jeomchon, the principal town. Mungyeong has a lengthy history, and is known today for its various historic and scenic tourist attractions. The city's name means roughly "hearing good news." Recently, development has been somewhat stagnant with the decline of the coal industry. Since the 1990s, the proportion of people who rely on the tourism industry through Mungyeong Saejae has gradually increased.
People
Climate
| Population | 77,304 |
| Population Density | 220 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.5946°, 128.1995° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Gyeongsangbuk-do |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.7 inches (1,186 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.3 inches (8 cm) |
About Mungyeong
Mungyeong is a mid-size city in South Korea (Gyeongsangbuk-do) with a population of 77,304. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Mungyeong
Mungyeong has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1105 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Area | 352.0 sq mi (911.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5946°N, 128.1995°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.0 in |
Mungyeong has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 28°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Mungyeong
32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeomchon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 은척초등학교무릉분교장 | — | — | — | — |
| Yonggung Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Yonggung Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeongsun Elementary School Yeongchang Branch School | — | — | — | — |
| Dongseong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeongsun Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 점촌북초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 숭실대학교 통일리더십연수원 | — | — | — | — |
| Ian Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hamchang High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mungyeong Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoseonam Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Munchang High School | — | — | — | — |
| Jeomchon Jung-ang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jeomchon Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Global Vision Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Mungyeong Girls' High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mungyeong Girls' Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Hamchang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 함창초등학교 숭덕분교 (폐교) | — | — | — | — |
| Sangji Girls Middle & High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mojeon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hamchang Jung-ang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 산양초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Yonggung Elementary School Jangpyeong Branch School | — | — | — | — |
| Mungyeong Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
| Singi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jeomchon High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sanbuk Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sanbuk Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Mungyeongsanyang Middle School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mungyeong
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floyd Server (Rock Ballad...From 09/25/05) | rock ballads | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Mungyeong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mungyeong Coal Mine Museum | ||||
| Mungyeongseoktan Museum | ||||
| Mungyeongseoktan Museum | ||||
| Murim Fork Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Nakdonggang National Institute of Biological Resources | ||||
| Sangju bicycle museum | ||||
| Sangju Museum | ||||
| Sangjujajeongeo Museum | ||||
| 갱도여행 거미열차 | ||||
| 낙동강 역사이야기관 | ||||
| 문경석탄박물관 (Mungyeongseoktan Museum) | ||||
| 박열의사기념관 | ||||
| 생물누리관 | ||||
| 은성갱(Eunsung Mine) | ||||
| 탄광촌전시관 | ||||
| 탄광촌전시관 |
Libraries in Mungyeong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gyeongsangbukdorip Sangju Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jeomchon Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jeomchon Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jeomchonsi Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mungyeongsiripjungang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pungyangmyeonsae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sae Village Jungang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yecheongunsae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 개운못 도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 경상북도립 상주도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 상주시립도서관 & 상주생활문화센터 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mungyeong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 용궁시장 |
Hotels in Mungyeong
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mungyeong
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mungyeong
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Mungyeong
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mungyeong
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Mungyeong
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Mungyeong
3 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mungyeong
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mungyeong
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mungyeong
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mungyeong
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mungyeong
12 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mungyeong
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mungyeong
15 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mungyeong
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mungyeong
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mungyeong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Mungyeong
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HiOne Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Mungyeong
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513) | CJJ | Large Airport |
| Daegu International Airport | TAE | Large Airport |
| Jungwon Air Base/Chungju Airport | JWO | Medium Airport |
| Yecheon Airbase | YEC | Medium Airport |
| Icheon (G-510) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Jecheon (G-605) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sangju Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Seongmu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yeongju Emergency Runway Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mungyeong
11 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Buram Post Office | |
| Gaeun Post Office | |
| Ian Post Office | |
| Makgok Post Office | |
| Maseong Post Office | |
| Mojeon Post Office | |
| Mungyeong Post Office | |
| Pungyang Post Office | |
| Sanbuk Post Office | |
| Singi Post Office | |
| 공검우체국 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mungyeong
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hoamsa | |
| 개명사 | |
| 불광선원 | |
| 여호와의증인 왕국회관 | |
| 영강침례교회 | |
| 천흥사 |
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Quick Facts
Around Mungyeong
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in South Korea
17 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mungyeong
What is the population of Mungyeong?
Mungyeong has a population of 77,304 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 220 people per square mile, spread across 352.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mungyeong?
Mungyeong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.