Climate Insights for Shinpo
Sinpo-si, South Hamgyong, North Korea
Climate Overview
The climate in Shinpo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1,027 mm of precipitation falls per year. Shinpo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shinpo is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 84cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Shinpo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 40.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Shinpo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shinpo is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 27°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 33in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Shinpo vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Shinpo vary considerably across the year, with a 50°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 31°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Shinpo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,027 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 204 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 30 mm. That's 174 mm 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 84cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Shinpo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 8 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.2 in. That's 6.9 in 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 33in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Shinpo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h 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 16km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Shinpo is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph 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 10mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Shinpo 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Shinpo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.