Kim Il-sung Stadium
Stadium Large multiuse stadium and national sports venue in Pyongyang
Kim Il‑sung Stadium in Pyongyang is a large multiuse arena used for football and mass events; foreign visitors typically see it as part of organized city tours and photo stops.
How to Get to Kim Il-sung Stadium #
Kim Il-sung Stadium is located in central Pyongyang. Access for visitors is normally via organised city tours using tour buses or taxis from central hotels; local public buses and trolleybuses also serve central Pyongyang and the stadium is a short walk from nearby stops. Independent travel details are restricted, so most visitors join guided transport.
Tips for Visiting Kim Il-sung Stadium #
- Access to the stadium is normally only possible as part of an organized DPRK tour; schedule any visit through an authorized operator and include the stadium on a daytime itinerary when allowed.
- Check the event schedule in advance-large state events can close the area to visitors-and follow your guides' instructions on permitted photo subjects and where you may stand for views.
Best Time to Visit Kim Il-sung Stadium #
Spring and autumn months are generally the most pleasant weather-wise, but visiting the stadium depends on organized tours and official schedules.
Weather & Climate near Kim Il-sung Stadium #
Kim Il-sung Stadium's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1083 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (282 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (242 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 18 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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