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Myŏngch’ŏn, North Korea
North Hamgyong · North Korea
Myŏngch’ŏn is a mid-size city in North Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 65,797. Elevation: 768 ft (234 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 65,797 |
| Population Density | 167 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 768 ft (234 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.0706°, 129.4292° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | North Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.1 inches (740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.8 inches (12 cm) |
About Myŏngch’ŏn
Myŏngch’ŏn is a mid-size city in North Korea (North Hamgyong) with a population of 65,797. The city sits at an elevation of 768 feet (234 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Myŏngch’ŏn
Myŏngch’ŏn has an average annual temperature of 8.1°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-6.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 965 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.8°F |
| 19% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 768 ft (234 m) |
| Area | 394.1 sq mi (1,020.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 167/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0706°N, 129.4292°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (151 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 151 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.1 in |
Myŏngch’ŏn has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 17°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (0.7").
Train Stations in Myŏngch’ŏn
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Myŏngch’ŏn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Myŏngch’ŏn
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orang (Chongjin) Airport | RGO | Medium Airport |
| Riwon Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Kilchu Highway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuktong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sungam ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tanchon South Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Myŏngch’ŏn
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Myŏngch’ŏn?
Myŏngch’ŏn has a population of 65,797 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 167 people per square mile, spread across 394.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Myŏngch’ŏn?
Myŏngch’ŏn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.