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Pongch’ŏn-ŭp, North Korea

South Hwanghae · North Korea

Pongch’ŏn-ŭp is a mid-size city in South Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 79,740. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

79,740 Population 355/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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People

Population79,740
Density355/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Population79,740
Population Density355 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates38.1239°, 126.2047°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Hwanghae
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)

About Pongch’ŏn-ŭp

Pongch’ŏn-ŭp is a mid-size city in North Korea (South Hwanghae) with a population of 79,740. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Pongch’ŏn-ŭp

Pongch’ŏn-ŭp has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1340 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -3.4°C / 26°F -15.5° / 7.6° 20.6
Feb -0.7°C / 31°F -11.6° / 10.6° 21.7
Mar 4.7°C / 40°F -4.7° / 17.8° 43.5
Apr 10.7°C / 51°F -1° / 23.3° 48.0
May 16.1°C / 61°F 5.1° / 26.9° 102.4
Jun 21.6°C / 71°F 11.6° / 32.1° 156.6
Jul 25°C / 77°F 18.1° / 32.5° 305.8
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 17.9° / 32° 312.3
Sep 20.9°C / 70°F 11.7° / 29.1° 165.2
Oct 13.4°C / 56°F 2.4° / 23.6° 68.8
Nov 6°C / 43°F -6.3° / 19.1° 73.2
Dec -2.1°C / 28°F -14.5° / 9.2° 21.7
Pongch’ŏn-ŭp experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below North Korea avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area224.4 sq mi (581.2 km²)
Population Density355/sq mi
Coordinates38.1239°N, 126.2047°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.1"
19% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 2.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.32"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.6 on Jan 8, 2023.

Nov 11, 1992 8 km NW of Chunghwa, North Korea M4.3 98 km
Mar 17, 2002 49 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M3.9 142 km
May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 100 km
Jun 27, 2019 10 km W of Chunghwa, North Korea M3.6 93 km
Jan 8, 2023 South Korea M3.6 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2.

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Bavi Category 2 123 km
2020 Maysak Category 1 295 km
2020 Haishen Category 1 284 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 92 km
2010 Kompasu Category 1 87 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 134 km
1995 Faye Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (101 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ch'uga-ryong Shield 452 m (1,483 ft) Unknown 101 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.6 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
June 69°F (21°C) 4.5 in
July 74°F (24°C) 12.3 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 10.6 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 5.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.8 in

Pongch’ŏn-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 24°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.3") and January the driest (0.6").

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Farmers Markets in Pongch’ŏn-ŭp

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Yeonan Market

Train Stations in Pongch’ŏn-ŭp

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hanpo

Stadiums & Teams in Pongch’ŏn-ŭp

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Airports Near Pongch’ŏn-ŭp

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gimpo International AirportGMPLarge Airport
Incheon International AirportICNLarge Airport
Haeju AirfieldMedium Airport
Hwangju AirbaseMedium Airport
Koksan 2 Highway StripMedium Airport
Koksan Air BaseMedium Airport
Ayang Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Bucheon (G-103) AirfieldSmall Airport
Chik-Tong AirstripSmall Airport
Ichon AirportSmall Airport
Ichon Northeast AirportSmall Airport
Ihyon AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon Ni Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Koksan Highway AirportSmall Airport
Nogok-ri Airfield (G-130)Small Airport
Nuchon Ni AirfieldSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Paju (G-110) AirportSmall Airport
Pyongsul Li AirstripSmall Airport
Sangwon 2 Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sangwon Highway StripSmall Airport
Sohung Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sohung South AirportSmall Airport
Susaek (G 113) AirportSmall Airport
Taebukpo Ri AirportSmall Airport
Toha Ri North AirportSmall Airport
Wong Yo Ri Highway StripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang

Around Pongch’ŏn-ŭp

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

🇰🇵 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 Pongch’ŏn-ŭp

What is the population of Pongch’ŏn-ŭp?

Pongch’ŏn-ŭp has a population of 79,740 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 355 people per square mile, spread across 224.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pongch’ŏn-ŭp?

Pongch’ŏn-ŭp has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow.

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