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Yŏch’im-dong, North Korea
Chagang · North Korea
Yŏch’im-dong is a mid-size city in Chagang, North Korea with a population of 47,460. Elevation: 1,549 ft (472 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 47,460 |
| Population Density | 90 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,549 ft (472 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3617°, 126.6585° |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Country | 🇰🇵 North Korea |
| State / Province | Chagang |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.8 inches (1,011 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.7 inches (9 cm) |
About Yŏch’im-dong
Yŏch’im-dong is a mid-size city in North Korea (Chagang) with a population of 47,460. The city sits at an elevation of 1,549 feet (472 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 9°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Pyongyang.
Climate in Yŏch’im-dong
Yŏch’im-dong has an average annual temperature of 3.3°C (38°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-14.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1255 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below North Korea avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,549 ft (472 m) |
| Area | 528.2 sq mi (1,368.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 90/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3617°N, 126.6585°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Pyongyang |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 9.5 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.6 in |
Yŏch’im-dong has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 9°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.4").
Train Stations in Yŏch’im-dong
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Yŏch’im-dong
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Changjin Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Hyangsan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maengsan Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Yŏch’im-dong?
Yŏch’im-dong has a population of 47,460 residents and is located in North Korea. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 528.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yŏch’im-dong?
Yŏch’im-dong has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.