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Sunch’ŏn, North Korea
South Pyongan · North Korea
Sunch’ŏn is a large city in South Pyongan, North Korea with a population of 437,000. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sunch’ŏn
Sunch'ŏn is a city in South Pyongan province, North Korea. It has a population of 297,317, and is home to various manufacturing plants. The city is on the Taedong River.
People
Climate
| Population | 437,000 |
| Population Density | 2,610 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.4317°, 125.9328° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | South Pyongan |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.2 inches (1,046 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.1 inches (5 cm) |
About Sunch’ŏn
Sunch’ŏn is a large city in North Korea (South Pyongan) with a population of 437,000. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Sunch’ŏn
Sunch’ŏn has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1428 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 167.4 sq mi (433.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,610/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4317°N, 125.9328°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ch'uga-ryong (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ch'uga-ryong | Shield | 452 m (1,483 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.4 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.7 in |
Sunch’ŏn has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 19°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and February the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Sunch’ŏn
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice of Korea | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pyongyang Radio FM | news music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 조선중앙방송 | full service | AAC 186 kbps | |
| 평양FM105.2 | 105.2, 105.2 fm | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sunch’ŏn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madusan Revolutionary Battle Site Relief Document Preservation and Education Room | ||||
| Pyongannam-do Revolutionary History Museum |
Farmers Markets in Sunch’ŏn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Munhwa Market | |||||
| Okjeon Market | |||||
| Ryeonpo Market |
Train Stations in Sunch’ŏn
26 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sunch’ŏn
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sunch’ŏn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sunch’ŏn
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pyongyang Sunan International Airport | FNJ | Large Airport |
| Koksan Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Pukchang Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Sunchon Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Uthachi Highway Strip Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Chik-Tong Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hyangsan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kaechon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kangdong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Koksan Highway Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maengsan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mirim Aviation Club | - | Small Airport |
| Onchon Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Onchon Underground Fighter Base | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni South Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Pyong Ni West Highway Strip Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sangwon 2 Highway Strip Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sangwon Ni Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sinanju Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sunan-Up North Highway Strip Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Taechon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taechon Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Toha Ri North Airport | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Sunch’ŏn
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Caves in Kujang Area |
Quick Facts
Around Sunch’ŏn
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sunch’ŏn
1 places within 15 km
- • Sonjesan underground facility
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Sunch’ŏn
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sunch’ŏn
What is the population of Sunch’ŏn?
Sunch’ŏn has a population of 437,000 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 2,610 people per square mile, spread across 167.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sunch’ŏn?
Sunch’ŏn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 19°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 41.2 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.