Belgrade, Serbia
Capital city · Population 1.3M
Belgrade is the capital and the largest city in Serbia with a population of approximately 1,273,651 people as of 2026. This makes it the 404th largest city in the world, accounting for 19.34% of Serbia's total population of 6.6M. Belgrade is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Belgrade timezone. The average annual temperature is 14.6°C with 645 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 120 meters above sea level.
Population
1,273,651
Global Rank
#404
Country Rank
#1
% of Serbia
19.34%
Avg Temperature
14.6°C
Annual Rainfall
645 mm
Elevation
120 m
Timezone
Europe/Belgrade
Belgrade on the Map
Climate in Belgrade
Belgrade's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is May with 121 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Serbia at a Glance
Country Population
6,586,476
Capital
Belgrade
Region
Southeast Europe
Major Cities
6
GDP per Capita
$13,679
Life Expectancy
76.0 years
Urban Population
62.4%
Growth Rate
-0.01%
Other Major Cities in Serbia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Belgrade with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zemun | 155,591 | 7 km |
| Novi Sad | 215,400 | 70 km |
| Kragujevac | 147,473 | 95 km |
| Čačak | 117,072 | 102 km |
| Timişoara | 250,849 | 121 km |
| Tuzla | 142,486 | 145 km |
| Szeged | 160,766 | 163 km |
| Arad | 169,065 | 167 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Belgrade?
The population of Belgrade, Serbia is approximately 1,273,651 people, making it the 404th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Serbia.
Is Belgrade the capital of Serbia?
Yes, Belgrade is the capital of Serbia.
What is the climate like in Belgrade?
Belgrade has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C and receives 645 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Belgrade in?
Belgrade is in the Europe/Belgrade timezone.