Climate Insights for Kilju

, North Hamgyong Province, North Korea

Hottest
July
26°C peak
Coldest
January
-15°C low
Wettest
August
262mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kilju is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1138mm of precipitation falls per year. Kilju receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kilju 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 147cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -3° Average: -9° Min: -15° Feb Max: 0° Average: -6° Min: -13° Mar Max: 7° Average: 2° Min: -3° Apr Max: 14° Average: 8° Min: 3° May Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 8° Jun Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 13° Jul Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Aug Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° Sep Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 12° Oct Max: 16° Average: 9° Min: 4° Nov Max: 7° Average: 2° Min: -3° Dec Max: -1° Average: -7° Min: -12°
Max
Average
Min

Kilju has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -15°C and an average temperature of -9°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 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 41mm Snow: 30mm Feb Precipitation: 48mm Snow: 34mm Mar Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 21mm Apr Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 5mm May Precipitation: 87mm Snow: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 111mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 170mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 262mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 127mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 72mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 79mm Snow: 19mm Dec Precipitation: 52mm Snow: 36mm
Precipitation
Snow

Kilju is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1138mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 262mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 41mm. That's 222mm 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 147cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 36cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Kilju 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 April, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kilju, which began on March 20, 2026. Kilju 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 26°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 -3 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 175mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 543mm across the season with a monthly average of 181mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -3 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 278mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Expect around 19cm 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 0°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 141mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Expect around 100cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kilju 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
-3 °C
11 km/h
41 mm
30 cm
Feb
-13 °C
0 °C
12 km/h
48 mm
34 cm
Mar Current
-3 °C
7 °C
13 km/h
46 mm
21 cm
Apr
3 °C
14 °C
13 km/h
42 mm
5 cm
May
8 °C
19 °C
13 km/h
87 mm
2 cm
Jun
13 °C
22 °C
11 km/h
111 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
170 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
25 °C
10 km/h
262 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
22 °C
11 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Oct
4 °C
16 °C
11 km/h
72 mm
1 cm
Nov
-3 °C
7 °C
11 km/h
79 mm
19 cm
Dec
-12 °C
-1 °C
11 km/h
52 mm
36 cm
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