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Unggi, North Korea
Rason · North Korea
Unggi is a small city in Rason, North Korea with a population of 27,331. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
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About Unggi
Sŏnbong-guyŏk, formerly called Unggi, is a subdivision of the North Korean city of Rason. It is located at the northeastern extreme of North Korea, bordering Russia and China. It lies on Unggi Bay, an extension of the Sea of Japan. A uranium mine is allegedly located there, as is a 200 megawatt oil-fired power plant. The word Sonbong means "Vanguard" in Korean.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,331 |
| Population Density | 69 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.3417°, 130.4108° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | Rason |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (716 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.6 inches (7 cm) |
About Unggi
Unggi is a small city in North Korea (Rason) with a population of 27,331. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Unggi
Unggi has an average annual temperature of 7.6°C (46°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 899 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 396.2 sq mi (1,026.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3417°N, 130.4108°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Changbaishan (196 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Changbaishan | Stratovolcano | 2,744 m (9,003 ft) | 1903 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 19°F (-8°C) | 0.4 in |
Unggi has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 14°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.2").
Museums in Unggi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Gallery |
Farmers Markets in Unggi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changpyeong Market | |||||
| Rajin Market |
Hotels in Unggi
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Unggi
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Unggi
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Unggi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Unggi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sungam ni Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Unggi
What is the population of Unggi?
Unggi has a population of 27,331 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 396.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Unggi?
Unggi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.