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Ungsang-nodongjagu, North Korea

Rason · North Korea

Ungsang-nodongjagu is a small city in Rason, North Korea with a population of 8,410. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,410 Population 21/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Pyongyang Timezone

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About Ungsang-nodongjagu

Ungsang-nodongjagu

Rason is a North Korean special city and ice-free port in the Sea of Japan in the North Pacific Ocean on the northeast tip of North Korea. It is in the Kwanbuk region and location of the Rason Special Economic Zone.

People

Population8,410
Density21/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Population8,410
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates42.3578°, 130.4622°
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang
Country🇰🇵 North Korea
State / ProvinceRason
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (716 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)

About Ungsang-nodongjagu

Ungsang-nodongjagu is a small city in North Korea (Rason) with a population of 8,410. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 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.

Ungsang-nodongjagu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below North Korea avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area396.2 sq mi (1,026.0 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates42.3578°N, 130.4622°W
TimezoneAsia/Pyongyang

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below North Korea avg
Snowfall 2.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 6.97"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 29, 2025.

Apr 8, 1999 57 km ENE of Wangqing, China M7.1 139 km
Feb 18, 2010 15 km SSW of Kraskino, Russia M6.9 32 km
Apr 5, 2013 13 km NNW of Zarubino, Russia M6.3 61 km
May 11, 1990 67 km SE of Rajin, North Korea M6.3 68 km
Feb 13, 2000 15 km E of Slavyanka, Russia M6.0 106 km
Apr 6, 2013 13 km NW of Zarubino, Russia M5.8 59 km
May 10, 2011 46 km WNW of Barabash, Russia M5.7 111 km
May 19, 2008 52 km SSE of Popova, Russia M5.7 117 km
Oct 29, 2013 49 km W of Barabash, Russia M5.1 104 km
Sep 6, 2023 34 km E of Hoemul-li, North Korea M4.9 102 km
Apr 18, 2009 10 km ESE of Hunchun, China M4.9 54 km
Nov 2, 1993 20 km N of Zarubino, Russia M4.9 74 km
Sep 8, 2000 73 km SE of Rajin, North Korea M4.9 74 km
Jan 7, 2011 32 km WNW of Slavyanka, Russia M4.8 86 km
Aug 10, 2009 68 km ENE of Wangqing, China M4.8 127 km
Oct 20, 1995 54 km S of Popova, Russia M4.8 110 km
Jul 6, 1997 4 km W of Slavyanka, Russia M4.7 91 km
Aug 15, 2004 44 km WNW of Barabash, Russia M4.6 123 km
Apr 6, 2009 5 km WSW of Popova, Russia M4.5 118 km
Feb 21, 2010 22 km SSW of Kraskino, Russia M4.5 26 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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

Ungsang-nodongjagu 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").

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Museums in Ungsang-nodongjagu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Art Gallery

Farmers Markets in Ungsang-nodongjagu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Changpyeong Market
Rajin Market

Train Stations in Ungsang-nodongjagu

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ungsang

Stadiums & Teams in Ungsang-nodongjagu

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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Pyongyang
Elevation
27 m (89 ft)
Area
746.0 km² (288.0 mi²)
Twinned With
Nakhodka

🇰🇵 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 Ungsang-nodongjagu

What is the population of Ungsang-nodongjagu?

Ungsang-nodongjagu has a population of 8,410 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 396.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ungsang-nodongjagu?

Ungsang-nodongjagu 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.

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