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Yecheon, South Korea
Gyeongsangbuk-do · South Korea
Yecheon is a mid-size city in Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea with a population of 54,873. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Yecheon
Yecheon County is a county in the province of North Gyeongsang, South Korea. It is 661 km2 in area, and in 2004 had a population of 52,311. It has lost over two-third of its inhabitants since the mid-1960s. It consists of twelve administrative districts. The county borders Yeongju city to the northeast, Andong city to the east, Uiseong county to the southeast, Mungyeong city to the west, Sangju city to the southwest, and Danyang county of North Chungcheong province to the northwest.
People
Climate
| Population | 54,873 |
| Population Density | 160 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.6574°, 128.4551° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Gyeongsangbuk-do |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.5 inches (1,156 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Yecheon
Yecheon is a mid-size city in South Korea (Gyeongsangbuk-do) with a population of 54,873. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet (92 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Yecheon
Yecheon has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1159 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Area | 343.8 sq mi (890.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 160/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6574°N, 128.4551°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
Yecheon has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 28°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (1.0").
Schools in Yecheon
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 호명초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Yecheon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gamcheon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gamcheon Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Yongmun Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 은풍초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Eunpung Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 예천향교 | — | — | — | — |
| 대창중고등학교 운동장 | — | — | — | — |
| Daechang High School | — | — | — | — |
| Pungbuk elementary school | — | — | — | — |
| Dongbu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 풍천 풍서 초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 풍천중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| Yecheon Womens High School | — | — | — | — |
| Yecheon Girls' High School | — | — | — | — |
| 경북일고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 구 유천초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 유천초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 아롱다롱 어린이집 | — | — | — | — |
| 국립경국대학교 예천캠퍼스 | — | — | — | — |
| Nambu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yongmun Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Daechang Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Yecheon Girls Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Yecheon Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Gamcheon Middle School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yecheon
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yecheon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Confucian Culture Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Hahoe Mask Museum | ||||
| Murim Fork Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Nakdonggang National Institute of Biological Resources | ||||
| Punggiingyeonhongbo Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Punggiinsamjonghap Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Sangju bicycle museum | ||||
| Sangju Museum | ||||
| 광복단 | ||||
| 물문화관 | ||||
| 생물누리관 | ||||
| 영주 인삼박물관 | ||||
| 예천박물관 |
Libraries in Yecheon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children Gyoyungmungo Jakeunnamu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gyeongkuk National University Yecheon Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hanuridokseo Cultural Center Jungangjibu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pungsan library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pungyangmyeonsae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sae Village Jungang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yecheon Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yecheongunsae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yeongju Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yeongjusae Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 경북도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 영주공공도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yecheon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 남본시장 | |||||
| 남본시장 | |||||
| 영주 종합시장 | |||||
| 용궁시장 |
Hotels in Yecheon
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yecheon
76 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yecheon
26 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Yecheon
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Yecheon
7 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Yecheon
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Yecheon
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Yecheon
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Yecheon
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Yecheon
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Yecheon
7 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yecheon
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Yecheon
14 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Yecheon
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Yecheon
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Yecheon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Yecheon
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O2 Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| HiOne Ski | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Yecheon
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jungwon Air Base/Chungju Airport | JWO | Medium Airport |
| Yecheon Airbase | YEC | Medium Airport |
| G-418 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jecheon (G-605) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sangju Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yeongju Emergency Runway Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yecheon
10 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bomun Post Office | |
| Dochon Post Office | |
| Gaepo Post Office | |
| Gamcheon Post Office | |
| Geumdang Post Office | |
| Hari Post Office | |
| Homyeong Post Office | |
| Jibo Post Office | |
| Yecheon Post Office | |
| Yecheon Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Yecheon
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Historic Villages of Korea: Hahoe and Yangdong | Cultural | 2010 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yecheon
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Yecheon Catholic Church | |
| Yongmunsa | |
| 갈전마티아성당 | |
| 강진재 | |
| 금곡교회 | |
| 백룡사 | |
| 보문사 | |
| 상금침례교회 | |
| 서악사 | |
| 예천교회 | |
| 예천중앙교회 | |
| 예천천부교회 | |
| 예천침례교회 | |
| 용화사 | |
| 청룡사 | |
| 호국선유사 |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Yecheon
Public Holidays in South Korea
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What is the population of Yecheon?
Yecheon has a population of 54,873 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 160 people per square mile, spread across 343.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yecheon?
Yecheon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.