Changde, China
Major city · Population 1.5M
Changde is the 107th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,457,419 people as of 2026. This makes it the 337th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.10% of China's total population of 1.41B. Changde is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 18.8°C with 1,230 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 40 meters above sea level.
Population
1,457,419
Global Rank
#337
Country Rank
#107
% of China
0.10%
Avg Temperature
18.8°C
Annual Rainfall
1,230 mm
Elevation
40 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Changde on the Map
Climate in Changde
Changde's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Feb. The wettest month is Jun with 319 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
China at a Glance
Country Population
1,408,975,000
Capital
Beijing
Region
Eastern Asia
Major Cities
666
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 Changde with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heshan | 1,249,807 | 82 km |
| Xiulin | 122,411 | 102 km |
| Zhangjiajie | 441,804 | 119 km |
| Yueyang | 991,465 | 141 km |
| Zhicheng | 159,383 | 142 km |
| Loudi | 497,171 | 147 km |
| Shaoshan | 118,000 | 148 km |
| Buhe | 106,347 | 149 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Changde?
The population of Changde, China is approximately 1,457,419 people, making it the 337th largest city in the world and the 107th largest in China.
Is Changde the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Changde is the 107th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Changde?
Changde has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C and receives 1,230 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Feb.
What timezone is Changde in?
Changde is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.