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Uiju, North Korea
P'yŏngan-bukto · North Korea
Uiju is a mid-size city in P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea with a population of 50,081. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Uiju
Ŭiju is a kun, or county, in North Pyongan Province, North Korea. The county has an area of 420 km2, and a population of 110,018.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,081 |
| Population Density | 293 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.1994°, 124.5317° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | P'yŏngan-bukto |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.4 inches (975 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Uiju
Uiju is a mid-size city in North Korea (P'yŏngan-bukto) with a population of 50,081. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Uiju
Uiju has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1034 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 170.8 sq mi (442.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 293/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1994°N, 124.5317°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1921 | XIAOSI, DANDONG, LIAONING | Earthquake | - | - | 15 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.6 in |
Uiju has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 16°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.6") and January the driest (0.4").
Museums in Uiju
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hall of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea | ||||
| North Pyongan Province Revolutionary Museum | ||||
| North Pyongan Provincial Fine Arts Studio | ||||
| 丹东博物馆 |
Libraries in Uiju
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Pyongan Provincial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 丹东市图书馆 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新区图书馆 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Uiju
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryongcheon Market | |||||
| 伟豪农贸早市 |
Train Stations in Uiju
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Uiju
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Uiju
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dandong Langtou International Airport | DDG | Medium Airport |
| Kwaksan Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Panghyon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon Highway Strip 2 | - | Small Airport |
| Panghyon South Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sinuiju Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sonchon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uiju Airport | UJU | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uiju
What is the population of Uiju?
Uiju has a population of 50,081 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 293 people per square mile, spread across 170.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Uiju?
Uiju has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.