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Pyongyang, North Korea

Pyongyang · North Korea

Pyongyang is a major city in Pyongyang, North Korea with a population of 3,222,000. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,222,000 Population 1,342,500/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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About Pyongyang

Pyongyang

Pyongyang is the capital and largest city of North Korea. According to the 2008 population census, it has a population of 3,255,288. Pyongyang is located on the Taedong River about 109 kilometers upstream from its mouth on the Yellow Sea. Pyongyang is a directly administered city with a status equal to that of the North Korean provinces.

People

Population3,222,000
Density1,342,500/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Population3,222,000
Population Density1,342,500 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates39.0339°, 125.7543°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvincePyongyang
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation53.6 inches (1,361 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)

About Pyongyang

Pyongyang is a major city in North Korea (Pyongyang) with a population of 3,222,000. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Pyongyang

Pyongyang has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1000 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -5.2°C / 23°F -9.9° / -0.5° 11.7
Feb -1.5°C / 29°F -6.3° / 3.2° 15.9
Mar 4.4°C / 40°F -0.9° / 9.6° 19.7
Apr 11.9°C / 53°F 6.1° / 17.6° 49.8
May 17.9°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.6° 72.1
Jun 22.6°C / 73°F 17.8° / 27.4° 98.2
Jul 25.1°C / 77°F 21.3° / 28.9° 301.5
Aug 25.6°C / 78°F 21.6° / 29.6° 213.2
Sep 21°C / 70°F 16° / 25.9° 117.0
Oct 13.4°C / 56°F 8° / 18.9° 43.6
Nov 5.1°C / 41°F 0.6° / 9.7° 40.7
Dec -2.9°C / 27°F -7.1° / 1.3° 16.3
Pyongyang experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 291 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 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below North Korea avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density1,342,500/sq mi
Coordinates39.0339°N, 125.7543°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.6"
41% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 13.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.98"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.67"

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 12 km
Mar 17, 2002 49 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M3.9 148 km
May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 115 km
Jun 27, 2019 10 km W of Chunghwa, North Korea M3.6 21 km
Jan 8, 2023 South Korea M3.6 148 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 84 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 135 km
2010 Kompasu Category 1 163 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 201 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (158 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ch'uga-ryong Shield 452 m (1,483 ft) Unknown 158 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 11.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in Driest

Pyongyang has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 23°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.0") and December the driest (0.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Pyongyang

Institution Type Founded Website
Central Cadres Training School of the Workers’ Party of Korea University - ,
College of Science University - ,
Kang Gon Military Officer's Training School University - ,
Kim Bo-hyun University University - ,
Kim Chaek University of Technology University - ,
Kim Cheol-ju Teachers College University - ,
Kim Cheol-ju University of Education University - ,
Kim Hyung-jik Military Medical University University - ,
Kim Hyung-jik University of Education University - ,
Kim Il Sung Military University University - ,
Kim Il Sung Party School College - ,
Kim Il-Sung University University 1946 Visit →
Kim Jong Il Military Postgraduate Institute University - ,
Kim Jong Il University of People's Security University - ,
Kim Jong-il Political-Military University University - ,
Kimwongyun University of Music University - ,
Korean University of Physical Education University - ,
Kumsong University of Politics University - ,
Mangyongdae Revolutionary Academy College - ,
National Defense University University - ,
Pyeongseong Normal University University - ,
Pyongsong Coal Industry University University - ,
Pyongsong Veterinary and Livestock University University - ,
Pyongyang Economy and Technology University University - ,
Pyongyang Han Tok Su University of Light Industry University - ,
Pyongyang Han Tok Su University of Light Industry University - ,
Pyongyang Medical College of Kim Il Sung University University - ,
Pyongyang University of Architecture University - ,
Pyongyang University of Arts University - ,
Pyongyang University of Dramatic and Cinematic Arts University - ,
Pyongyang University of Foreign Studies University - ,
Pyongyang University of Mechanical Engineering University - ,
Pyongyang University of Music and Dance University - ,
Pyongyang University of Railways University - ,
Pyongyang University of Science and Technology University - ,
Security University of the DPRK University - ,
University of International Studies University - ,
University of People’s Economics University - ,

Schools in Pyongyang

73+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tongan Primary School - - - -
Chonun Primary Middle School - - - -
Inhung Beginning Grade Middle School - - - -
Tongan Luxury Middle School - - - -
Ri Chol-min Luxury Middle School - - - -
Tongdaewon District Juvenile Sports School - - - -
Samma Middle School - - - -
Tongmun Elementary School - - - -
Rungra Luxury Middle School - - - -
Rungra Elementary School - - - -
Kim Seong-ju Junior School - - - -
Pyongyang-Kaeseon Secondary School - - - -
Pyongyang Munsin Middle School - - - -
Munsin Elementary School - - - -
Pyongyang Foreigners School - - - -
로씨야대사관 중등학교 - - - -
Pyongyang Middle School No.1 - - - -
칠보건축기술교류사 - - - -
Dongpyongyang No. 1 Middle School - - - -
Janghyeon Elementary School - - - -
Dongpyongyang No. 1 Middle School - - - -
Okryu Junior Middle School - - - -
Okryu Primary School - - - -
Kim Jeong-suk Orphanage - - - -
Pyongyang College of Tourism - - - -
Pyongyang International Football School - - - -
Ryomyong Primary School - - - -
Pyongyang Middle School for Orphans - - - -
Okryu Junior Middle School - - - -
모란봉제1중학교 - - - -
도시경영기술대학 - - - -
6월9일룡북기술고급중학교 - - - -
Raengchon Middle School - - - -
Kwangsung Middle School - - - -
Kangan Elementary School - - - -
Changjeon Elementary Middle School - - - -
Pyongyang Ryongwang Middle School - - - -
Puhung Middle School - - - -
Ri Chol-min Luxury Middle School - - - -
Changdok School - - - -
칠골소학교 - - - -
Tongdaewon District Juvenile Sports School - - - -
Samma Middle School - - - -
Tongmun Elementary School - - - -
Rungra Luxury Middle School - - - -
Rungra Elementary School - - - -
Tongan Luxury Middle School - - - -
Tongan Primary School - - - -
Pyongyang-Kaeseon Secondary School - - - -
Mangyongdae High Middle School - - - -
Pyongyang Munsin Middle School - - - -
Munsin Elementary School - - - -
Pyongyang Foreigners School - - - -
로씨야대사관 중등학교 - - - -
Pyongyang Middle School No.1 - - - -
6월9일룡북기술고급중학교 - - - -
Okryu Primary School - - - -
Seungri Advanced Middle School - - - -
Jeongbaek Elementary School - - - -
Kim Jeong-suk Orphanage - - - -
Pyongyang International Football School - - - -
Janghyeon Elementary School - - - -
모란봉제1중학교 - - - -
도시경영기술대학 - - - -
칠보건축기술교류사 - - - -
Raengchon Middle School - - - -
Kwangsung Middle School - - - -
Kangan Elementary School - - - -
Changjeon Elementary Middle School - - - -
Pyongyang Ryongwang Middle School - - - -
Kim Seong-ju Junior School - - - -
Chonun Primary Middle School - - - -
Inhung Beginning Grade Middle School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Pyongyang

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 Pyongyang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Botanical Museum
Chilgol Revolutionary Museum
Chilgol Revolutionary Museum
Chongsan-ri Cooperative Farm Museum
Fatherland Liberation War Museum
Fatherland Liberation War Museum
Folklore Museum of Korea
Folklore Museum of Korea
Jonsung Revolutionary Museum
Kimilsungia and Kimjongilia Exhibition Hall
Korea Stamp Exhibition Hall
Korea Stamp Exhibition Hall
Korean Art Museum
Korean Art Museum
Korean Central History Museum
Korean Central History Museum
Korean People's Army Armament and Equipment Museum
Korean People's Army Armament and Equipment Museum
Korean Revolution Museum
Korean Revolution Museum
Korean Stamp Museum
Korean Stamp Museum
Kumsusan Palace of the Sun
Mangyongdae Revolutionary Museum
Mangyongdae Revolutionary Museum
Museum of Youth Movement
Museum of Youth Movement
National Gift Exhibition
National Gift Exhibition
Natural History Museum Pyongyang
Paek Son Haeng Memorial Hall
Paek Son Haeng Memorial Hall
Party Founding Museum
Party Founding Museum
Phyongchon Revolutionary History Museum
Phyongchon Revolutionary History Museum
Pyongannam-do Revolutionary History Museum
Pyongyang Metro Museum
Pyongyang Railway Museum
Pyongyang Railway Museum
Pyongyang Textile Machinery Factory Revolutionary History Museum
Pyongyang Textile Machinery Factory Revolutionary History Museum
Rangnang Museum
Rangnang Museum
Revolutionary Historic Museum of Kim Chaek University of Technology
Revolutionary Historic Museum of Kim Chaek University of Technology
Revolutionary Historical Vehicle Museum
Revolutionary Historical Vehicle Museum
Revolutionary History Museum
Revolutionary Museum of the Ministry of the People's Armed Forces
Three Revolution Exhibition
USS Pueblo (AGER-2)
USS Pueblo (AGER-2)
Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum
Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum
민예전시관
반간첩투쟁전람관
반간첩투쟁전람관

Libraries in Pyongyang

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Electronic Library of Kim Chaek University of Technology0.0
Grand People's Study House0.0
Kim Il Sung University E-Library0.0
Kim Il Sung University Science Library0.0
Library of Pyongyang Medical College0.0
Rungra Students' Library0.0
Rungra Students' Library0.0
신문도서열람실0.0
신문도서열람실0.0
신문도서열람실0.0
옥류교신문도서열람실0.0
옥류교신문도서열람실0.0
옥류교신문도서열람실0.0
학생도서관0.0
학생도서관0.0
학생도서관0.0

Farmers Markets in Pyongyang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cheonjin Market
Cheonnae Market
Gwangmun Market
Heukgyo Market
Kangseo Market
Munhwa Market
Okjeon Market
Rakrang Market
Rungra Market
Ryongseong Market
당상시장
인흥시장
중구시장

Hotels in Pyongyang

16 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

25th of April Hotel
Changgwang Hotel
Changgwangsan Hotel
Haebangsan Hotel
Kobangsan Guesthouse
Koryo Hotel
Moranbong Hotel
Moranbong Hotel
Ponghwansan Hotel
Pothonggang Hotel
Pyongyang Hotel
Pyongyang Informatic Centre Hotel
Ryomyong Street Hotel
Scientists' Hall
Taedonggang Hotel
Yangakto International Hotel

Restaurants in Pyongyang

174 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abundance Pancake House
Abundant Rice Cake Soup House
Ansan Restaurant
Arirang Restaurant
At Klaus
Basket Restaurant
Bissa Restaurant
Bridge Restaurant
Camellia Restaurant
Central Theatre Restaurant
Changgwang Complex Restaurant
Changgwangsan Hotel Dog Meat Restaurant
Changgwangsan Hotel National Restaurant
Changgwangsan Hotel Restaurant 1
Changgwangsan Hotel Restaurant 2
Changgwangsan Hotel Restaurant 3
Changjon Haemaji
Changryn
Changwang Karaoke Restaurant
Changwang Restaurant
Chilsong Restaurant
Chongryu Pavilion Restaurant
Chongryu Restaurant
Chongryu Restaurant
Cold Drink Stand Restaurant
Daebong Restaurant
Daemyong
Daesong Export Good Shop Restaurant
Daeyang Kwanligug Yeonpung Restaurant
Diplomatique Restaurant
Dog Meat Delicacy House
Dog Meat Restaurant
East Gate Square Restaurant
Exhibition Hall Restaurant
Flower
Folklore Museum Restaurant
Friendship Health Center
Friendship Restaurant
Haebangsan Restaurant
Hundred Flowers Restaurant
Hundred Victory Restaurant
Hwasong Restaurant
Ice skating Restaurant
Ice-skating Ring Restaurant
Jangsu Restaurant
Jindallae Restaurant
Juche Tower street Noodle House
Juche Tower street Restaurant
Kangan Restaurant
Karoke Eating Hall
Keumreug Restaurant (Le Patio)
Koryo Dinning Room
Koryo Hotel 2nd floor Restaurant
Koryo Hotel 3rd floor Restaurant
Koryo Hotel Cold Noodles and Bulgugi Restaurant
Koryo Hotel Korean Food Restaurant
Koryo Hotel Revolving Restaurant
Koryo Restaurant
Koryo Underground Restaurant
Kyongheung Restaurant
Library Restaurant
Macao Restaurant
Maekjon 1
Maekjon 2
Maekjon 3
Mayday Restaurant
Minye Restaurant
Mokran Restaurant
Moran National Restaurant
Moran Restaurant
Moran Restaurant
Moranbong Outside Restaurant
Moranbong Restaurant
Moranbong Seogwang Restaurant
Munsu Restaurant
National Restaurant
Noodle House
Noodle Restaurant
Okryu Restaurant
Okryu Restaurant
Okryu Shop and Restaurant
Phyongnam Noodle Restaurant
Pirobong Restaurant
Pyongyang Bowling Restaurant first floor
Pyongyang Bowling Restaurant second floor
Pyongyang Friendship Culture Restaurant
Pyongyang Hotel Banquet Hall Restaurant
Pyongyang Shop Restaurant
Pyongyang Shop Restaurant
Pyongyang Taedonggang Fish Restaurant
Raengmyeong
Ragwon Restaurant
Round Restaurant
Round Restaurant - Cod >Restaurant
Round Restaurant - Dog Restaurant`
Runga Island Restaurant
Ryomyong Restaurant
Ryonbong Shop Restaurant
Ryonghung
Ryongwang Pavilion Restaurant
Ryonmot Restaurant
Ryugyon restaurant and complex
Ryugyong Restaurant
Ryugyongl Food House
Samdaesung Restaurant
Samsonam
Samsong Restaurant
Seolsong Shop Restaurant
Seongyo Cafeteria
Seongyo Restaurant
Sogyeong General Restaurant
Sol Pong Center Restaurant
Songam Beef Meat Store
Station Square Restaurant
Tadong Gate restaurant
Taedonggang Bridge Restaurant
Taedonggang Diplomatic Club
Taedonggang Draft Beer Restaurant
Taedonggang Hotel Restaurant
Taedonggang Shop Restaurant
Takahashi
Telecommunication Tower Restaurant
The Garage
Toraji Restaurant
Vanguard Shop Restaurant
Victory Restaurant
War Complete Victory Restaurant
Wedding Restaurant
Yanggagdo Banquet Hall Restaurant
Yanggagdo Chinese Restaurant
Yanggagdo Cold Noodles Restaurant
Yanggagdo Dining Room
Yanggagdo Golf Restaurant
Yanggagdo Japanese Restaurant
Yanggagdo Korean Restaurant
Yanggagdo Restaurant Number 1
Yanggagdo Restaurant Number 2
Yanggagdo Revolving Restaurant
Yeongung Street Restaurant
Yeonpung Restaurant
꼬치구이
남문식당
대동문불고기집
대동문영화관식당
대성토끼고기전문식당
동천호 식당
동해식당
묘향산 륵산물식당
미천호 식당
불고기집
서산국수집
소문봉 식당
송신식당
식당
외성2식당
외성식당
장경국수집
장경분점
전위내포국집
전위단고기국집
전위식당
전위은반집
전위재명식당
전위재명식당
전위종합식당
철쭉식당
최승대식당
칠성각
칠성식당
형승식당
화성1단고기국집
화성남비탕집
화성온반집
화원봄빛식당

Cafes in Pyongyang

12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Changgwangsan Hotel Café
Eunbangul Café
German Coffee Shop
Gumrung Cafe
Haebangsan Café
Koryo Hotel Tea Room
PIC Café
Pyolmuri Café
Pyongyang Hotel 2nd floor Café
Pyongyang Hotel 4th floor Café
Pyongyang Hotel 5th floor Café
Vienna Cafe

Cinemas in Pyongyang

10 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

3D Cinema
Kaesong Cinema
Pyongyang International Cinema House
Rakwon Cinema
Ryomyong Street Cinema
Songyo Cinema
Taedongmun Cinema
Tongdaewon Cinema House
전승영화관
전위거리 영화관

Theatres in Pyongyang

10 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

East Pyongyang Grand Theatre
East Pyongyang Grand Theatre
Mansudae Art Theatre
Moranbong Theatre
National Drama Theatre
People's Army Circus
People's Theatre
Pyongyang Grand Theatre
Samjiyeon Theater
Youth Park Open-air Theatre

Monuments in Pyongyang

12 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arch of Triumph
Autograph of President Kim Il Sung Triumphal Return Speech
Chollima Statue
Juche Tower
Liberation Tower
Monument of the Great Comrades Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il
Party Foundation Monument
Pothong River Improvement Project Monument
Sino-Korean Friendship Tower
Three Revolutions Monument
Tower of Eternal Life
전승혁명기념비

Castles in Pyongyang

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Residence of Leadership
Ryongsong Residence

Zoos in Pyongyang

3 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Central Zoo
Kyeran Islet
Pyongyang Rungna Dolphinarium

Theme Parks in Pyongyang

4 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Central Botanical Garden
Kaeson Youth Park Pleasure Ground
Rungra People's Pleasure Ground
Taesongsan Funfair

Clinics in Pyongyang

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ponghwa Clinic Kim personal Wing
Pongwa Clinic

Veterinaries in Pyongyang

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Veterinary Hospital

Train Stations in Pyongyang

24 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chonsung
Chonu
Hwanggŭmbŏl
Hyŏksin
Kaesŏn
Konguk station
Kŏnsŏl
Mirim
Moranbong
P'yŏngyang
Ponghwa
Potonggang
Pulgunbyol
Rakwon
Ryongseong
Samhung
Songsin
Sopo
Sopyongyang
Sŭngri
Taedonggang
Tongp'yŏngyang
Yonggwang
Yonghwa

Bus Stations in Pyongyang

14 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

1백
1백
1백
KP #7805067146
KP #7805067147
KP #7805121383
KP #7805121384
KP #7805164209
KP #7805192790
KP #7805221992
서평양
서평양
소포
숨족

Gas Stations in Pyongyang

24 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Diplomatic gas station
KP #1087529261
KP #1087529786
KP #1087985806
KP #1088166066
KP #1106628718
KP #1106886776
KP #1106886781
KP #1107107189
KP #1107433910
KP #1107977348
KP #1113161468
KP #1120212609
KP #1122918696
KP #1123448797
KP #1124005914
KP #1128208328
KP #1131787889
KP #1134054313
KP #1174303731
KP #1174459250
KP #1274054189
KP #1367637016
KP #855618951

Banks in Pyongyang

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Central Bank of Korea
Daedong Credit Bank

Shopping Malls in Pyongyang

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Central Outlet Store

Gyms in Pyongyang

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kim Il Sung University Gymnasium

Breweries in Pyongyang

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Taedonggang Beer Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Pyongyang

TeamLeagueDivision
Sosan Football Stadium

Airports Near Pyongyang

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pyongyang Sunan International AirportFNJLarge Airport
Hwangju Airbase-Medium Airport
Kwail Air Base-Medium Airport
Kwaksan Air Base-Medium Airport
Pukchang Air Base-Medium Airport
Sunchon Air Base-Medium Airport
Uthachi Highway Strip Airport-Medium Airport
Kaechon Airport-Small Airport
Kangdong Airport-Small Airport
Mirim Aviation Club-Small Airport
Onchon Air Base-Small Airport
Onchon Underground Fighter Base-Small Airport
Pyong Ni South Highway Strip-Small Airport
Pyong Ni West Highway Strip Airstrip-Small Airport
Sangwon 2 Highway Strip Airfield-Small Airport
Sangwon Highway Strip-Small Airport
Sinanju Highway Strip-Small Airport
Sohung South Airport-Small Airport
Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield-Small Airport
Toha Ri North Airport-Small Airport
Unchon Up Airport-Small Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Pyongyang

6 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Deokhwa-ri Tomb No. 1
Deokhwa-ri Tomb No. 2
Deokhwa-ri Tomb No. 3
Deokhwa-ri Tombs 1-3
Ryonggang Great Tomb
Tomb of King Tongmyong and Jinpha-ri group of tombs

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pyongyang

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ar-Rahman Mosque
Changchung Cathedral
Changchung Cathedral
Chilgol Church
Church of the Life-Giving Trinity
Kumgang Temple
Kwangbopsa
Pongsu Church
Pongsu Church
Ryonghwa Temple
Sungin Hall
Sungryong Hall

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang
Founded
2022

Around Pyongyang

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 69
Hospitals 17
Pharmacies 7
Restaurants 179
Cafes 12
Bars 9
Supermarkets 7
Banks 1
Museums 1
Hotels 1
Libraries 3
Parks 44
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near Pyongyang

5 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (4)
  • • Chae-bong
  • • Chujak Peak
  • • Mount Chang
  • • Paekhak-san
🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Taehwa palace

🇰🇵 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Pyongyang

Tomb of King Tongmyong and Jinpha-ri group of tombs
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Deokhwa-ri Tomb No. 1
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Deokhwa-ri Tomb No. 3
· inscribed 0
Deokhwa-ri Tombs 1-3
· inscribed 0
Ryonggang Great Tomb
· inscribed 0
Deokhwa-ri Tomb No. 2
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pyongyang

What is the population of Pyongyang?

Pyongyang has a population of 3,222,000 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 1,342,500 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pyongyang?

Pyongyang has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 13.9 inches of snow.

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