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Sangju, South Korea
Gyeongsangnam-do · South Korea
Sangju is a small town in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea with a population of 0. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sangju
Sangju is a city in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. Although Sangju is rather rural, it is very old and was once a key city. Along with Gyeongju, it gives rise to half of the name of the Gyeongsang Provinces. Sangju is nicknamed Sam Baek, or "Three Whites", referring to three prominent agricultural products rice, silkworm cocoons, and dried persimmons from the area.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.7242°, 127.9852° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Gyeongsangnam-do |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.4 inches (2,016 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.8 inches (2 cm) |
About Sangju
Sangju is a small town in South Korea (Gyeongsangnam-do) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Sangju
Sangju has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1460 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 194.3 sq mi (503.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7242°N, 127.9852°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 10.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
Sangju has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 37°F in February to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (0.9").
Schools in Sangju
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gyeongnamhaeyang Science High School | — | — | — | — |
| Jijok Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gyeongnam Marine Science High School | — | — | — | — |
| 삼동초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 상주중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 상주초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sangju
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sangju
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banjamsujeong Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Bomulseom Maneullara Maneul Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Goseong Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| Hamel Museum | ||||
| Hamel Museum | ||||
| Maritime Science Museum | ||||
| Namhae Local History Museum | ||||
| 거북선 | ||||
| 국립여수해양기상과학관 | ||||
| 국립여수해양기상과학관 | ||||
| 유배박물관 | ||||
| 이순신전술신호연박물관 | ||||
| 이순신전술신호연박물관 | ||||
| 파독박물관 | ||||
| 해오름전시실 곤충박물관 | ||||
| 해오름전시실 곤충박물관 |
Libraries in Sangju
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Namhae Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Namhaeeupsae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Siripdolsan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yeosu Municipal Dolsan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 화전도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sangju
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dong Marketplace | |||||
| 남해전통시장 | |||||
| 이동시장 |
Restaurants in Sangju
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sangju
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sangju
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sangju
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sangju
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sangju
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sacheon Airport / Sacheon Air Base | HIN | Medium Airport |
| Yeosu Airport | RSU | Medium Airport |
| Jinhae Air Base | CHF | Small Airport |
| Jinhae Naval Academy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Namji | — | Small Airport |
| Namji Emergency Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| SL Air Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sangju
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Jijok Post Office | |
| Sangju Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sangju
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Boriam Temple | |
| 단군성전 | |
| 부소암 |
Quick Facts
🇰🇷 About South Korea
Public Holidays in South Korea
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sangju
What is the weather like in Sangju?
Sangju enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 79.4 inches.