Asunción, Paraguay
Capital city · Population 1.5M
Asunción is the capital and the largest city in Paraguay with a population of approximately 1,482,200 people as of 2026. This makes it the 319th largest city in the world, accounting for 21.39% of Paraguay's total population of 6.9M. Asunción is classified as a major city and operates in the America/Asuncion timezone. The average annual temperature is 24.2°C with 1,366 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 105 meters above sea level.
Population
1,482,200
Global Rank
#319
Country Rank
#1
% of Paraguay
21.39%
Avg Temperature
24.2°C
Annual Rainfall
1,366 mm
Elevation
105 m
Timezone
America/Asuncion
Asunción on the Map
Climate in Asunción
Asunción's warmest month is Mar and the coldest is Jul. The wettest month is Apr with 215 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Paraguay at a Glance
Country Population
6,929,153
Capital
Asunción
Region
South America
Major Cities
6
GDP per Capita
$6,416
Life Expectancy
73.8 years
Urban Population
69.9%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in Paraguay
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Asunción with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lambaré | 126,377 | 8 km |
| Fernando de la Mora | 120,167 | 14 km |
| San Lorenzo | 227,876 | 15 km |
| Capiatá | 198,553 | 22 km |
| Formosa | 222,226 | 113 km |
| Corrientes | 346,334 | 270 km |
| Ituzaingó | 168,419 | 273 km |
| Resistencia | 290,793 | 276 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Asunción?
The population of Asunción, Paraguay is approximately 1,482,200 people, making it the 319th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Paraguay.
Is Asunción the capital of Paraguay?
Yes, Asunción is the capital of Paraguay.
What is the climate like in Asunción?
Asunción has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C and receives 1,366 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Mar and the coldest is Jul.
What timezone is Asunción in?
Asunción is in the America/Asuncion timezone.