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Yeongam, South Korea
Jeollanam-do · South Korea
Yeongam is a mid-size city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 51,573. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About Yeongam
Yeongam is a city and county in South Jeolla Province, South Korea. Bordered with Mokpo and Naju to the north, Jangheung County to the east, and Haenam and Gangjin to the south, Yeongam County comprises two eups and nine myeons, populated with about 57,000 people, and its county hall is seated in Yeongam-eup.
People
Climate
| Population | 51,573 |
| Population Density | 139 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.8006°, 126.6967° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Jeollanam-do |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.3 inches (1,353 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.3 inches (8 cm) |
About Yeongam
Yeongam is a mid-size city in South Korea (Jeollanam-do) with a population of 51,573. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Yeongam
Yeongam has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.6°C), the coldest is Jan (2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1174 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 371.3 sq mi (961.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8006°N, 126.6967°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1649 | YELLOW SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Halla (161 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Halla | Shield | 1,919 m (6,296 ft) | 1007 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 8.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
Yeongam has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.0") and December the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Yeongam
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 구 성화대학(폐교) | University | — | — |
Schools in Yeongam
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeongam Womens High School | — | — | — | — |
| Gurim Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeongam Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeongam Girls Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Seongjeon High School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeongam Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 영암고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 구림중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 덕수학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 구림초등학교 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yeongam
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yeongam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dasan Memorial Hall | ||||
| Dasan Museum | ||||
| Gwijokhodo Museum | ||||
| Hodamhanggonguju Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Jeolla Millitary Fortress Hamel Memorial Museum | ||||
| Jeollanamdonongeop Museum | ||||
| Jeollanamdonongeop Museum | ||||
| Jeongnamjincheonmun Science Museum | ||||
| Naju National Museum | ||||
| Naju Student Dongnipundong Memorial Hall | ||||
| Nongjajae Exhibition Hall | ||||
| 고분전시관 | ||||
| 나주배박물관 | ||||
| 미소당 | ||||
| 방촌유물전시관 | ||||
| 분청사기명장전시관 | ||||
| 신재생에너지 홍보전시관 | ||||
| 신재생에너지 홍보전시관 | ||||
| 영암도자기 박물관 | ||||
| 장흥댐 물문화관 | ||||
| 장흥동학농민혁명기념관 | ||||
| 한국트로트가요센터 |
Libraries in Yeongam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baekhyangmok Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baekhyangmok Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bitgaram Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bonghwangjakeun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deokchi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deokchi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dongsin University Jungang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gangjingun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ggachinae Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Haenam Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Haenamgullip Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hanuri Dokseoyeongamdaebul Cultural Center Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hanuri Dokseoyeongamdaebul Cultural Center Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Masansingi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Muan Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naju City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naju Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Najubuyeongjakeun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nampyeong Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Samho Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yeongam Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 영암도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 장흥공공도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 전라남도립도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 정남진도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yeongam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeongnamjin Jangheung Saturday Market | |||||
| 해남읍 5일 시장 |
Hotels in Yeongam
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yeongam
68 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yeongam
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Yeongam
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Yeongam
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Yeongam
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yeongam
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Yeongam
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Yeongam
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Yeongam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Yeongam
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Muan International Airport | MWX | Large Airport |
| Gwangju Airport | KWJ | Medium Airport |
| Chodang University Sani Airport (Yeongnong Airport) | — | Small Airport |
| G 710 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| G 712 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Goheung Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hwangryong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mokpo Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| SL Air Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yeongam Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yeongam
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dokcheon Post Office | |
| Seongjeon Post Office | |
| Yeongam Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yeongam
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cheonhwangsa | |
| Dogabsa | |
| 구림교회 | |
| 구림성당 | |
| 극락전 | |
| 대웅보전 | |
| 무위사 | |
| 용암사지 | |
| 용천사 | |
| 월남사지 | |
| 월산사 |
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Public Holidays in South Korea
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What is the population of Yeongam?
Yeongam has a population of 51,573 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 139 people per square mile, spread across 371.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yeongam?
Yeongam has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.