Aden, Yemen
Major city · Population 1.1M
Aden is the 2nd largest city in Yemen with a population of approximately 1,079,670 people as of 2026. This makes it the 491st largest city in the world, accounting for 2.66% of Yemen's total population of 40.6M. Aden is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Aden timezone. The average annual temperature is 29.3°C with 146 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 14 meters above sea level.
Population
1,079,670
Global Rank
#491
Country Rank
#2
% of Yemen
2.66%
Avg Temperature
29.3°C
Annual Rainfall
146 mm
Elevation
14 m
Timezone
Asia/Aden
Aden on the Map
Climate in Aden
Aden's warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Mar with 29 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Yemen at a Glance
Country Population
40,583,164
Capital
Sana'a
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
7
GDP per Capita
$634
Life Expectancy
69.3 years
Urban Population
36.8%
Growth Rate
0.03%
Other Major Cities in Yemen
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Aden with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Taiz | 940,600 | 142 km |
| Ibb | 771,514 | 161 km |
| Dhamār | 160,114 | 208 km |
| Djibouti | 626,512 | 245 km |
| Berbera | 242,344 | 260 km |
| Sanaa | 1,937,451 | 300 km |
| Al Ḩudaydah | 734,699 | 318 km |
| Ruqi | 148,702 | 358 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Aden?
The population of Aden, Yemen is approximately 1,079,670 people, making it the 491st largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in Yemen.
Is Aden the capital of Yemen?
No, the capital of Yemen is Sana'a. Aden is the 2nd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Aden?
Aden has an average annual temperature of 29.3°C and receives 146 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Aden in?
Aden is in the Asia/Aden timezone.