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Songwŏn-ŭp, North Korea
Chagang · North Korea
Songwŏn-ŭp is a mid-size city in Chagang, North Korea with a population of 38,051. Elevation: 1,217 ft (371 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 38,051 |
| Population Density | 62 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3728°, 126.3083° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | Chagang |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.7 inches (1,033 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.9 inches (10 cm) |
About Songwŏn-ŭp
Songwŏn-ŭp is a mid-size city in North Korea (Chagang) with a population of 38,051. The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet (371 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 9°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Songwŏn-ŭp
Songwŏn-ŭp has an average annual temperature of 5.5°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (21°C), the coldest is Jan (-12°C). Average annual precipitation is 1304 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 617.9 sq mi (1,600.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 62/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3728°N, 126.3083°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 15°F (-9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 11.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 44°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.6 in |
Songwŏn-ŭp has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 9°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and January the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Songwŏn-ŭp
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heecheon Technical College | University | — | — |
Train Stations in Songwŏn-ŭp
12 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Songwŏn-ŭp
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hyangsan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kaechon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maengsan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Ni Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Sinanju Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Songwŏn-ŭp?
Songwŏn-ŭp has a population of 38,051 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 617.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Songwŏn-ŭp?
Songwŏn-ŭp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.