Baku, Azerbaijan
Capital city · Population 1.1M
Baku is the capital and the largest city in Azerbaijan with a population of approximately 1,116,513 people as of 2026. This makes it the 475th largest city in the world, accounting for 10.94% of Azerbaijan's total population of 10.2M. Baku is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Baku timezone. The average annual temperature is 16°C with 367 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of -15 meters above sea level.
Population
1,116,513
Global Rank
#475
Country Rank
#1
% of Azerbaijan
10.94%
Avg Temperature
16°C
Annual Rainfall
367 mm
Timezone
Asia/Baku
Baku on the Map
Climate in Baku
Baku's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Oct with 81 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Azerbaijan at a Glance
Country Population
10,202,830
Capital
Baku
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
7
GDP per Capita
$7,284
Life Expectancy
74.4 years
Urban Population
58.6%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in Azerbaijan
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Baku with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sumqayıt | 358,675 | 30 km |
| Pārsābād | 101,661 | 187 km |
| Lankaran | 240,300 | 201 km |
| Derbent | 105,965 | 231 km |
| Yevlakh | 127,400 | 233 km |
| Mingachevir | 106,048 | 243 km |
| Ardabīl | 410,753 | 274 km |
| Ganja | 335,600 | 300 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Baku?
The population of Baku, Azerbaijan is approximately 1,116,513 people, making it the 475th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Azerbaijan.
Is Baku the capital of Azerbaijan?
Yes, Baku is the capital of Azerbaijan.
What is the climate like in Baku?
Baku has an average annual temperature of 16°C and receives 367 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Baku in?
Baku is in the Asia/Baku timezone.