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Sariwŏn-si, North Korea

North Hwanghae · North Korea

Sariwŏn-si is a large city in North Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 310,100. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

310,100 Population 4,274/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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About Sariwŏn-si

Sariwŏn-si

Sariwŏn is a city in North Korea. It is the capital and largest city of North Hwanghae Province.

People

Population310,100
Density4,274/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population310,100
Population Density4,274 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates38.5072°, 125.7558°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceNorth Hwanghae
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,044 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)

About Sariwŏn-si

Sariwŏn-si is a large city in North Korea (North Hwanghae) with a population of 310,100. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Sariwŏn-si

Sariwŏn-si has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1225 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -4.5°C / 24°F -15.9° / 6.8° 17.1
Feb -1.5°C / 29°F -13.3° / 10.7° 15.8
Mar 4.2°C / 40°F -5.4° / 18.2° 41.0
Apr 10.4°C / 51°F -1.5° / 23.6° 41.0
May 16.3°C / 61°F 5° / 28.8° 86.8
Jun 21.9°C / 71°F 11.1° / 33.2° 156.3
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 17.6° / 33.9° 241.8
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 17.5° / 32.5° 297.4
Sep 20.3°C / 69°F 10.6° / 29.2° 151.9
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 2° / 24.1° 66.5
Nov 5.2°C / 41°F -6.8° / 19.4° 84.3
Dec -3.1°C / 26°F -15° / 8.7° 25.5
Sariwŏn-si experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.1 inches. The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below North Korea avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area72.6 sq mi (187.9 km²)
Population Density4,274/sq mi
Coordinates38.5072°N, 125.7558°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 2.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.26"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.6 on Jan 8, 2023.

May 17, 2013 80 km WSW of Ongjin, North Korea M4.8 145 km
Jul 24, 1995 78 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M4.7 142 km
Nov 11, 1992 8 km NW of Chunghwa, North Korea M4.3 47 km
Aug 11, 1995 62 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M4.0 127 km
Mar 17, 2002 49 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M3.9 113 km
May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 114 km
Jun 27, 2019 10 km W of Chunghwa, North Korea M3.6 39 km
Jan 8, 2023 South Korea M3.6 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2.

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Bavi Category 2 95 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 83 km
2010 Kompasu Category 1 134 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 146 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (139 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ch'uga-ryong Shield 452 m (1,483 ft) Unknown 139 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.3 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.3 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 5.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in

Sariwŏn-si has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 22°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Sariwŏn-si

Institution Type Founded Website
Sariwon Educational Institute University
Sariwon Educational Institute #1 named after Lee Ke Sun University
Sariwon Teachers' College University

Schools in Sariwŏn-si

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sariwon Elementary School
Gyeongam 1st Middle School
Sariwon Elementary School
Gyeongam 1st Middle School
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Museums in Sariwŏn-si

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Sariwon History Museum

Libraries in Sariwŏn-si

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
사리원교원대학 전자도서관0.0

Farmers Markets in Sariwŏn-si

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
량곡교환소
량곡교환소

Restaurants in Sariwŏn-si

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cold Noodle Specialty Restaurant
Ryugyong Dangogi House
아침 저녁 매대
은별 단고기집
정방 수산물 식당

Cinemas in Sariwŏn-si

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sariwon Cinema

Theatres in Sariwŏn-si

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

North Hwanghae Province Art Theatre

Train Stations in Sariwŏn-si

7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bongsan
Cheonggye
Dongsariwon
Eunpa
Jeongbang
Sariwŏn Ch'ŏngnyŏn
Songsan

Gas Stations in Sariwŏn-si

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

사리원 문명 연유판매소

Stadiums & Teams in Sariwŏn-si

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sariwŏn-si

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pyongyang Sunan International AirportFNJLarge Airport
Haeju AirfieldMedium Airport
Hwangju AirbaseMedium Airport
Kwail Air BaseMedium Airport
Uthachi Highway Strip AirportMedium Airport
Ayang Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Changyon Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon Ni Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Kangdong AirportSmall Airport
Mirim Aviation ClubSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni AirfieldSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Onchon Air BaseSmall Airport
Onchon Underground Fighter BaseSmall Airport
Ongjin AirportSmall Airport
Sangwon 2 Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sangwon Highway StripSmall Airport
Sohung Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sohung South AirportSmall Airport
Sunan-Up North Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
T'aet'an-pihaengjang AirportSmall Airport
Toha Ri North AirportSmall Airport
Unchon Up AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sariwŏn-si

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Seongbulsa Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang
Area
187.9 km² (72.5 mi²)
Twinned With
Lahore, Székesfehérvár

Around Sariwŏn-si

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 5
Pharmacies 3
Restaurants 5
Supermarkets 1
Parks 5

🇰🇵 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 Sariwŏn-si

What is the population of Sariwŏn-si?

Sariwŏn-si has a population of 310,100 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 4,274 people per square mile, spread across 72.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sariwŏn-si?

Sariwŏn-si has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow.

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