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Sangsŏng-ni, North Korea

South Pyongan · North Korea

Sangsŏng-ni is a small city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 9,888. Elevation: 863 ft (263 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

9,888 Population 27/sq mi density
863 ft Elevation 263 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
45.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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About Sangsŏng-ni

양덕온천문화휴양지는 북한 평안남도 양덕군 온정리에 위치하여 166만여㎡ 부지에 온천, 스키장, 승마공원 등을 갖추고 있는 휴양, 오락 시설이다.

People

Population9,888
Density27/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Population9,888
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Coordinates39.1694°, 126.8856°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Pyongan
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,144 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)

About Sangsŏng-ni

Sangsŏng-ni is a small city in North Korea (South Pyongan) with a population of 9,888. The city sits at an elevation of 863 feet (263 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Sangsŏng-ni has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 863 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below North Korea avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Area372.1 sq mi (963.8 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates39.1694°N, 126.8856°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.0"
19% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.80"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.8 on May 11, 2020.

Nov 11, 1992 8 km NW of Chunghwa, North Korea M4.3 102 km
May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 49 km
Jun 27, 2019 10 km W of Chunghwa, North Korea M3.6 110 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 1 180 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 204 km
2010 Kompasu Category 1 122 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 260 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 16°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
March 32°F (0°C) 1.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
July 69°F (21°C) 12.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 10.4 in
September 60°F (15°C) 5.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 0.9 in

Sangsŏng-ni has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 16°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.8") and January the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Sangsŏng-ni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ryongpho Revolutionary Historic Museum

Hotels in Sangsŏng-ni

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

려관 6호동
소나무 호텔

Restaurants in Sangsŏng-ni

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Slope 3 Pavilion

Train Stations in Sangsŏng-ni

10 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chisu
Chonul
Geocha
Jangdong
Naedong
Seoktang-Oncheong
Ungok
Yangdok
Yodeok
석탕온천

Airports Near Sangsŏng-ni

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Koksan 2 Highway StripMedium Airport
Koksan Air BaseMedium Airport
Sondok AirportDSOMedium Airport
Wonsan Kalma AirportWOSMedium Airport
Chik-Tong AirstripSmall Airport
Hyon-ni AirportSmall Airport
Ichon AirportSmall Airport
Ichon Northeast AirportSmall Airport
Kang Da Ri AirportSmall Airport
Kang Da Ri Highway StripSmall Airport
Koksan Highway AirportSmall Airport
Maengsan AirportSmall Airport
Okpyong ni Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Pyongsul Li AirstripSmall Airport
Toha Ri North AirportSmall Airport
Wong Yo Ri Highway StripSmall Airport
Yo-do AirstripSmall Airport
Yong Hung Highway AirstripSmall Airport
Yong Hung Highway Reserve Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Yonpo Air BaseSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang

🇰🇵 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 Sangsŏng-ni

What is the population of Sangsŏng-ni?

Sangsŏng-ni has a population of 9,888 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 372.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sangsŏng-ni?

Sangsŏng-ni has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

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