Ahmedabad, India
Major metropolis · Population 6.4M
Ahmedabad is the 5th largest city in India with a population of approximately 6,357,693 people as of 2026. This makes it the 46th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.45% of India's total population of 1.42B. Ahmedabad is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 27.8°C with 1,336 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 53 meters above sea level.
Population
6,357,693
Global Rank
#46
Country Rank
#5
% of India
0.45%
Avg Temperature
27.8°C
Annual Rainfall
1,336 mm
Elevation
53 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Ahmedabad on the Map
Climate in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad's warmest month is May and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 485 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
India at a Glance
Country Population
1,417,492,000
Capital
New Delhi
Region
Southern Asia
Major Cities
532
GDP per Capita
$2,695
Life Expectancy
72.0 years
Urban Population
35.4%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in India
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Ahmedabad with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gandhinagar | 292,797 | 23 km |
| Kalol | 134,426 | 26 km |
| Nadiād | 225,071 | 46 km |
| Anand | 209,410 | 65 km |
| Mahesāna | 190,753 | 67 km |
| Surendranagar | 179,628 | 102 km |
| Vadodara | 1,822,221 | 103 km |
| Pātan | 133,737 | 103 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Ahmedabad?
The population of Ahmedabad, India is approximately 6,357,693 people, making it the 46th largest city in the world and the 5th largest in India.
Is Ahmedabad the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Ahmedabad is the 5th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Ahmedabad?
Ahmedabad has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C and receives 1,336 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Ahmedabad in?
Ahmedabad is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.