Beijing, China
Capital city · Population 19.0M
Beijing is the capital and the 2nd largest city in China with a population of approximately 18,960,744 people as of 2026. This makes it the 2nd largest city in the world, accounting for 1.35% of China's total population of 1.41B. Beijing is classified as a megacity and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 13.7°C with 726 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 47 meters above sea level.
Population
18,960,744
Global Rank
#2
Country Rank
#2
% of China
1.35%
Avg Temperature
13.7°C
Annual Rainfall
726 mm
Elevation
47 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Beijing on the Map
Climate in Beijing
Beijing's warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 300 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
China at a Glance
Country Population
1,408,280,000
Capital
Beijing
Region
Eastern Asia
Major Cities
640
GDP per Capita
$13,303
Life Expectancy
78.0 years
Urban Population
65.9%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in China
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Beijing with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Daxing | 104,904 | 20 km |
| Tongzhou | 163,326 | 23 km |
| Mentougou | 197,772 | 26 km |
| Shunyi | 117,623 | 32 km |
| Langfang | 868,066 | 51 km |
| Sanhe | 965,075 | 58 km |
| Tianjin | 11,090,314 | 108 km |
| Xuanhua | 373,422 | 138 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Beijing?
The population of Beijing, China is approximately 18,960,744 people, making it the 2nd largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in China.
Is Beijing the capital of China?
Yes, Beijing is the capital of China.
What is the climate like in Beijing?
Beijing has an average annual temperature of 13.7°C and receives 726 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Beijing in?
Beijing is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.