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Yeonggwang, South Korea
Jeollanam-do · South Korea
Yeonggwang is a mid-size city in Jeollanam-do, South Korea with a population of 51,688. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About Yeonggwang
Yeonggwang County (Yeonggwang-gun) is a county in South Jeolla Province, South Korea.
People
Climate
| Population | 51,688 |
| Population Density | 1,681 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2781°, 126.5118° |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
| Country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| State / Province | Jeollanam-do |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.5 inches (1,233 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.1 inches (8 cm) |
About Yeonggwang
Yeonggwang is a mid-size city in South Korea (Jeollanam-do) with a population of 51,688. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Seoul.
Climate in Yeonggwang
Yeonggwang has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.7°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1299 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above South Korea avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 30.7 sq mi (79.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,681/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2781°N, 126.5118°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1700 | YELLOW SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 136 km |
| 1649 | YELLOW SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 53 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
Yeonggwang has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 32°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and December the driest (1.3").
Schools in Yeonggwang
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeonggwang High School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeonggwang Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeonggwang Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeonggwangseo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Haeryong High School | — | — | — | — |
| Haeryong Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeonggwangjungang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yeonggwang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jeonnamyeonggwang Girls Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 영광공업고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 영광중학교 | — | — | — | — |
| 영광고등학교 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yeonggwang
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yeonggwang
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gochanggoindol Museum | ||||
| Gochangpansori Museum | ||||
| Piramseowon Museum | ||||
| Urisalmokdang Museum | ||||
| Yeonggwang nuclear power generation Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Yeongwang Forest Museum |
Libraries in Yeonggwang
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donghwamyeondonghwa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dongsin University Jungang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gilyonggusim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gochang Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hampyeong Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jakeun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Muangun Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naju Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wolsangusim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yeonggwang Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yeonggwanggullip Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 영광공공도서관 | 0.0 | |||||
| 함평군립도서관 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yeonggwang
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daesan Market | |||||
| Hyanghwado Marine Products Sales Center | |||||
| 무장면 전통시장 | |||||
| 영광터미널시장 |
Hotels in Yeonggwang
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yeonggwang
97 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Yeonggwang
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Yeonggwang
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Yeonggwang
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yeonggwang
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Yeonggwang
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Yeonggwang
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Yeonggwang
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Muan International Airport | MWX | Large Airport |
| Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base | KUV | Medium 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 |
| Jeonju (G 703) Air Base | CHN | Small Airport |
| Jeonju Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mokpo Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Yeongam Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yeonggwang
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 영광군우체국 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yeonggwang
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Yeonggwang Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Korea
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Yeonggwang?
Yeonggwang has a population of 51,688 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,681 people per square mile, spread across 30.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yeonggwang?
Yeonggwang has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.