Climate normals · 1970–2000
Hŭngnam Climate
Hŭngnam is a city in North Korea (03) with a population of about 346,082. Its average annual temperature is 9.8°C (50°F), with roughly 861 mm of rain per year.
9.8°C
Avg Temp
861
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Hŭngnam Climate
Hŭngnam has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F) and receives about 861 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.8°C
Avg Temp
861
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 24° | 14 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 16 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 23 mm |
| April | 10° / 49° | 43 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 62 mm |
| June | 18° / 65° | 92 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 205 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 204 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 117 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 39 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 31 mm |
| December | -1° / 30° | 15 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Hŭngnam
The most comfortable months to visit Hŭngnam are typically June, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 26°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Hŭngnam are typically June, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Hŭngnam, North Korea has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C and about 861 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January.
In August, the hottest month, daily highs in Hŭngnam average about 26°C (80°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.