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Ongjin, North Korea
South Hwanghae · North Korea
Ongjin is a mid-size city in South Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 64,247. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Ongjin
Ongjin County may refer to:Ongjin County, Incheon, South Korea
Ongjin County, South Hwanghae, North Korea
People
Climate
| Population | 64,247 |
| Population Density | 111 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.9347°, 125.3619° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Hwanghae |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.4 inches (1,052 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Ongjin
Ongjin is a mid-size city in North Korea (South Hwanghae) with a population of 64,247. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Ongjin
Ongjin has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1150 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 580.1 sq mi (1,502.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9347°N, 125.3619°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 9.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.8 in |
Ongjin has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 26°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and February the driest (0.7").
Farmers Markets in Ongjin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byeokseong Market |
Train Stations in Ongjin
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ongjin
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Haeju Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Hwangju Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Kwail Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Ayang Ni Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Ch'o do Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Changyon Highway Strip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ihyon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ihyon Ni Highway Strip Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ongjin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| T'aet'an-pihaengjang Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Unchon Up Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Ongjin
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇰🇵 About North Korea
Frequently Asked Questions About Ongjin
What is the population of Ongjin?
Ongjin has a population of 64,247 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 580.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ongjin?
Ongjin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.