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Sinp’o, North Korea

South Hamgyong · North Korea

Sinp’o is a large city in South Hamgyong, North Korea with a population of 152,759. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

152,759 Population 9,202/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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About Sinp’o

Sinp’o

Sinpo is a port city on the coast of the Sea of Japan in central South Hamgyŏng province, North Korea. According to the last available census, approximately 152,759 people reside there.

People

Population152,759
Density9,202/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population152,759
Population Density9,202 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates40.0397°, 128.1943°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceSouth Hamgyong
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.7 inches (831 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)

About Sinp’o

Sinp’o is a large city in North Korea (South Hamgyong) with a population of 152,759. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.

Climate in Sinp’o

Sinp’o has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1266 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.7°C / 27°F -13° / 5.9° 17.3
Feb -0.6°C / 31°F -11° / 9.5° 19.5
Mar 4.2°C / 40°F -5.1° / 14.8° 46.0
Apr 9.3°C / 49°F 0.6° / 19.7° 49.2
May 15.1°C / 59°F 6.2° / 25° 90.3
Jun 19.7°C / 68°F 12.1° / 27.6° 148.6
Jul 23.1°C / 74°F 17.3° / 29.3° 247.7
Aug 23.8°C / 75°F 17.9° / 30.1° 323.9
Sep 19.8°C / 68°F 12.8° / 26° 146.1
Oct 13.6°C / 57°F 4.1° / 22.7° 74.1
Nov 6.9°C / 44°F -5° / 17.6° 81.0
Dec -1.5°C / 29°F -13° / 8.6° 22.1
Sinp’o experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.7 inches. The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below North Korea avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area16.6 sq mi (43.0 km²)
Population Density9,202/sq mi
Coordinates40.0397°N, 128.1943°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.7"
14% below North Korea avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Apr 16, 2002.

Apr 16, 2002 42 km N of Iw?n-?p, North Korea M4.6 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Kompasu Category 1 232 km
2003 Maemi Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
March 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
July 70°F (21°C) 6.9 in
August 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in Warmest, Wettest
September 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in

Sinp’o has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.7").

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Farmers Markets in Sinp’o

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Geumho Market

Train Stations in Sinp’o

9 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gangsang
Shinpo
Sinbukch'ŏng
Sokhu
Yanghwa
Yangji
라하대
량가
북청

Stadiums & Teams in Sinp’o

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sinp’o

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hwangsuwon AirbaseMedium Airport
Riwon AirbaseMedium Airport
Sondok AirportDSOMedium Airport
Toksan Air BaseMedium Airport
Hwangsuwon Highway Strip AirstripSmall Airport
Sinhung Highway StripSmall Airport
Tanchon South AirstripSmall Airport
Yonpo Air BaseSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang
Area
43.0 km² (16.6 mi²)

Around Sinp’o

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

🇰🇵 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 Sinp’o

What is the population of Sinp’o?

Sinp’o has a population of 152,759 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 9,202 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sinp’o?

Sinp’o has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

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