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Sinch’ŏn-ŭp, North Korea

South Hwanghae · North Korea

Sinch’ŏn-ŭp is a large city in South Hwanghae, North Korea with a population of 141,407. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

141,407 Population 739/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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People

Population141,407
Density739/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population141,407
Population Density739 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates38.3532°, 125.4842°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Hwanghae
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,010 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)

About Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

Sinch’ŏn-ŭp is a large city in North Korea (South Hwanghae) with a population of 141,407. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

Sinch’ŏn-ŭp 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
Sinch’ŏn-ŭp experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below North Korea avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area191.3 sq mi (495.5 km²)
Population Density739/sq mi
Coordinates38.3532°N, 125.4842°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above North Korea avg
Snowfall 2.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.71"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

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 M4.8 116 km
Jul 24, 1995 78 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M4.7 114 km
Nov 11, 1992 8 km NW of Chunghwa, North Korea M4.3 68 km
Aug 11, 1995 62 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M4.0 98 km
Mar 17, 2002 49 km WSW of Changy?n, North Korea M3.9 85 km
May 11, 2020 32 km E of Koksan, North Korea M3.8 142 km
Jun 27, 2019 10 km W of Chunghwa, North Korea M3.6 58 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 66 km
2019 Lingling Category 1 56 km
2010 Kompasu Category 1 129 km
2000 Prapiroon Category 1 122 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (161 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ch'uga-ryong Shield 452 m (1,483 ft) Unknown 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 4.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 10.7 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 8.9 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.4 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.8 in

Sinch’ŏn-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 23°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and February the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Shincheon Museum
Sincheon Museum of American War Atrocities
Sinchon Museum of American War Atrocities

Farmers Markets in Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Anak Market

Train Stations in Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shincheon
신천온천
황해룡문

Stadiums & Teams in Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

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Airports Near Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Haeju AirfieldMedium Airport
Hwangju AirbaseMedium Airport
Kwail Air BaseMedium Airport
Uthachi Highway Strip AirportMedium Airport
Ayang Ni Highway StripSmall Airport
Ch'o do AirportSmall Airport
Changyon Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon AirstripSmall Airport
Ihyon Ni Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Mirim Aviation ClubSmall Airport
Nuchon Ni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onchon Air BaseSmall Airport
Onchon Underground Fighter BaseSmall Airport
Ongjin AirportSmall Airport
Sangwon 2 Highway Strip AirfieldSmall Airport
Sangwon Highway StripSmall Airport
Sohung South AirportSmall Airport
T'aet'an-pihaengjang AirportSmall Airport
Unchon Up AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang

Around Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 12

🇰🇵 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 Sinch’ŏn-ŭp

What is the population of Sinch’ŏn-ŭp?

Sinch’ŏn-ŭp has a population of 141,407 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 739 people per square mile, spread across 191.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sinch’ŏn-ŭp?

Sinch’ŏn-ŭp has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.

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