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Namp’o, North Korea

Nampo · North Korea

Namp’o is a large city in Nampo, North Korea with a population of 455,000. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

455,000 Population 999/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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About Namp’o

Namp’o

Not to be confused with Nampo station

People

Population455,000
Density999/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population455,000
Population Density999 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates38.7375°, 125.4078°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceNampo
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (995 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)

About Namp’o

Namp’o is a large city in North Korea (Nampo) with a population of 455,000. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Namp’o

Namp’o has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1225 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -4.5°C / 24°F -15.9° / 6.8° 17.1
Feb -1.5°C / 29°F -13.3° / 10.7° 15.8
Mar 4.2°C / 40°F -5.4° / 18.2° 41.0
Apr 10.4°C / 51°F -1.5° / 23.6° 41.0
May 16.3°C / 61°F 5° / 28.8° 86.8
Jun 21.9°C / 71°F 11.1° / 33.2° 156.3
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 17.6° / 33.9° 241.8
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 17.5° / 32.5° 297.4
Sep 20.3°C / 69°F 10.6° / 29.2° 151.9
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 2° / 24.1° 66.5
Nov 5.2°C / 41°F -6.8° / 19.4° 84.3
Dec -3.1°C / 26°F -15° / 8.7° 25.5
Namp’o experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below North Korea avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area455.6 sq mi (1,180.0 km²)
Population Density999/sq mi
Coordinates38.7375°N, 125.4078°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.6 on Jan 8, 2023.

May 17, 2013 80 km WSW of Ongjin, North Korea M4.8 145 km
Jul 24, 1995 78 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M4.7 128 km
Nov 11, 1992 8 km NW of Chunghwa, North Korea M4.3 36 km
Aug 11, 1995 62 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M4.0 115 km
Mar 17, 2002 49 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M3.9 104 km
May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 141 km
Jun 27, 2019 10 km W of Chunghwa, North Korea M3.6 27 km
Jan 8, 2023 South Korea M3.6 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Bavi Category 1 74 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 95 km
2010 Kompasu Category 1 171 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 162 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (173 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ch'uga-ryong Shield 452 m (1,483 ft) Unknown 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 8.7 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in

Namp’o has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 22°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and February the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Namp’o

Institution Type Founded Website
Nampho University of Education University
Nampo University of Agriculture University

Schools in Namp’o

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nampho Hero Han-Du Senior Secondary School
Nampho Hero Han-Du Senior Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Namp’o

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Voice of Korea music, news MP3 128 kbps
Pyongyang Radio FM news music MP3 128 kbps
조선중앙방송 full service AAC 186 kbps
평양FM105.2 105.2, 105.2 fm MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Namp’o

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chongsan-ri Cooperative Farm Museum

Farmers Markets in Namp’o

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Anak Market
Cheonjin Market
Cheonnae Market
Eunryul Market
Jeungak Market
Kangseo Market
Nampo Market
Ryonggang Market
Songnim Market
Woneup Market

Castles in Namp’o

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Residence of Leadership

Train Stations in Namp’o

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galcheon
Nampo
Sinnampo
Tojiri
Toktong

Bus Stations in Namp’o

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KP #10309875185
Nampo Stadium

Stadiums & Teams in Namp’o

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Namp’o

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pyongyang Sunan International AirportFNJLarge Airport
Haeju AirfieldMedium Airport
Hwangju AirbaseMedium Airport
Kwail Air BaseMedium Airport
Sunchon Air BaseMedium Airport
Uthachi Highway Strip AirportMedium Airport
Ayang Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Ch'o do AirportSmall Airport
Changyon Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon Ni Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Kangdong AirportSmall Airport
Mirim Aviation ClubSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onchon Air BaseSmall Airport
Onchon Underground Fighter BaseSmall Airport
Pyong Ni South Highway StripSmall Airport
Pyong Ni West Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Sangwon 2 Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sangwon Highway StripSmall Airport
Sunan-Up North Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
T'aet'an-pihaengjang AirportSmall Airport
Unchon Up AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang
Area
1,180.0 km² (455.5 mi²)
Twinned With
Saint Petersburg, Tianjin

Around Namp’o

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Parks 6

Things to See Near Namp’o

5 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (5)
  • • Ch’ŏnji-bong
  • • Chŏngp'il-san
  • • Hanbong-san
  • • Puhŭng-san
  • • Wangso-san

🇰🇵 About North Korea

Capital Pyongyang
Population 25,549,819
Area 120,540 km²
HDI 0.580
Life expectancy 73.6 years
Internet users 0.0%
Urban population 63.5%
Currency KPW (Won)
Languages Korean
Calling code +850
TLD .kp
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Namp’o

What is the population of Namp’o?

Namp’o has a population of 455,000 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 999 people per square mile, spread across 455.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Namp’o?

Namp’o has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

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