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Ranam, North Korea
North Hamgyong · North Korea
Ranam is a mid-size city in North Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 34,055. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 34,055 |
| Population Density | 617 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.7136°, 129.6844° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | North Hamgyong |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.1 inches (687 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Ranam
Ranam is a mid-size city in North Korea (North Hamgyong) with a population of 34,055. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Ranam
Ranam has an average annual temperature of 5.3°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (20°C), the coldest is Jan (-10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 981 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 55.2 sq mi (142.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 617/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7136°N, 129.6844°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (136 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.7 in |
Ranam has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 21°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.4").
Museums in Ranam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Art Museum | ||||
| Fine Art Museum | ||||
| North Hamgyong Provincial Revolutionary History Museum |
Libraries in Ranam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hamkyung Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ranam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pohang Market | |||||
| Songpyeong Market | |||||
| Sunam Market | |||||
| 경성시장 |
Train Stations in Ranam
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ranam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Pohang Stadium |
Airports Near Ranam
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orang (Chongjin) Airport | RGO | Medium Airport |
| Kuktong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sungam ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ranam
What is the population of Ranam?
Ranam has a population of 34,055 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 617 people per square mile, spread across 55.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ranam?
Ranam has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.