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Samjiyŏn-ŭp, North Korea
Yanggang-do · North Korea
Samjiyŏn-ŭp is a mid-size city in Yanggang-do, North Korea with a population of 31,471. Elevation: 4,475 ft (1,364 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).
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About Samjiyŏn-ŭp
Samjiyŏn is a city in Ryanggang Province, North Korea. It takes its name from three lakes in the city, which are collectively known as the Samjiyŏn. Samjiyŏn is situated near Mount Paektu, and tour groups fly to the city's airport to see the mountain, which holds significance in North Korean mythology. Samjiyon is the least populated city in North Korea.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,471 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,475 ft (1,364 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.8036°, 128.3189° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | Yanggang-do |
| Average Temperature | 32°F (0°C) |
| January Average | -2°F (-19°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.1 inches (765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.8 inches (15 cm) |
About Samjiyŏn-ŭp
Samjiyŏn-ŭp is a mid-size city in North Korea (Yanggang-do) with a population of 31,471. The city sits at an elevation of 4,475 feet (1,364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (0°C). Temperatures range from -2°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
Samjiyŏn-ŭp has an average annual temperature of 0.8°C (33°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 871 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 32.0°F |
| 41% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | -2°F (-19°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,475 ft (1,364 m) |
| Area | 693.2 sq mi (1,795.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8036°N, 128.3189°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 28 km |
| Longgang Group | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) | 350 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°F (-19°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 4°F (-16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 4°F (-16°C) | 0.4 in |
Samjiyŏn-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from -2°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samjiyon Agricultural College | University | — | — |
Schools in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kwangmyongsong Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kwangmyongsong Technical Senior Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Samjiyeon City Party School | — | — | — | — |
| Samjiyon Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Samjiyŏn-ŭp
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Paektu Museum | ||||
| Samjiyon Revolutionary Historical Museum | ||||
| 계급교양관 |
Libraries in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 삼지연과학기술도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samjiyeon City Market |
Hotels in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Samjiyŏn-ŭp
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 红松王滑雪场 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| 长白山和平滑雪场 | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Samjiyŏn-ŭp
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Changbaishan Airport | NBS | Medium Airport |
| Hyesan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paegam Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Samjiyŏn Airport | YJS | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Samjiyŏn-ŭp
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Samjiyon Post Office |
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What is the population of Samjiyŏn-ŭp?
Samjiyŏn-ŭp has a population of 31,471 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 693.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samjiyŏn-ŭp?
Samjiyŏn-ŭp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.