Climate Insights for Changam-ch’on

, South Hamgyong, North Korea

Hottest
July
25°C peak
Coldest
January
-15°C low
Wettest
August
219mm rain
Best to Visit
June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Changam-ch’on is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 925mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 219mm of rainfall. Changam-ch’on is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -15°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 91cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -4° Average: -10° Min: -15° Feb Max: -1° Average: -7° Min: -12° Mar Max: 6° Average: 1° Min: -4° Apr Max: 13° Average: 7° Min: 2° May Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 7° Jun Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 12° Jul Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Aug Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Sep Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 11° Oct Max: 14° Average: 8° Min: 3° Nov Max: 5° Average: 0° Min: -4° Dec Max: -2° Average: -8° Min: -12°
Max
Average
Min

Changam-ch’on has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 21°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -15°C and an average temperature of -10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 13mm Feb Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 17mm Mar Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 18mm Apr Precipitation: 38mm Snow: 8mm May Precipitation: 82mm Snow: 3mm Jun Precipitation: 99mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 161mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 219mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 115mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 58mm Snow: 2mm Nov Precipitation: 54mm Snow: 13mm Dec Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 17mm
Precipitation
Snow

Changam-ch’on is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 925mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 77mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 219mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 17mm. That's 201mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 91cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 18cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Changam-ch’on is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Changam-ch’on, which began on March 20, 2026. Changam-ch’on is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -4 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 154mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 479mm across the season with a monthly average of 160mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -4 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 227mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Expect around 15cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from -15 to -1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 66mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Expect around 48cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -10°
Feb -7°
Mar
Apr
May 13°
Jun 17°
Jul 21°
Aug 20°
Sep 15°
Oct
Nov
Dec -8°

The best time to visit Changam-ch’on is during June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 99mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -15°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Changam-ch’on based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-15 °C
-4 °C
12 km/h
17 mm
13 cm
Feb
-12 °C
-1 °C
12 km/h
24 mm
17 cm
Mar Current
-4 °C
6 °C
12 km/h
34 mm
18 cm
Apr
2 °C
13 °C
12 km/h
38 mm
8 cm
May
7 °C
19 °C
12 km/h
82 mm
3 cm
Jun
12 °C
21 °C
10 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
161 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
219 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
21 °C
10 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Oct
3 °C
14 °C
11 km/h
58 mm
2 cm
Nov
-4 °C
5 °C
11 km/h
54 mm
13 cm
Dec
-12 °C
-2 °C
12 km/h
24 mm
17 cm
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