Changshu, China
Major city · Population 1.7M
Changshu is the 78th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,677,050 people as of 2026. This makes it the 264th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.12% of China's total population of 1.41B. Changshu is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.2°C with 1,366 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 8 meters above sea level.
Population
1,677,050
Global Rank
#264
Country Rank
#78
% of China
0.12%
Avg Temperature
17.2°C
Annual Rainfall
1,366 mm
Elevation
8 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Changshu on the Map
Climate in Changshu
Changshu's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 278 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
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 Changshu with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zhangjiagang | 1,432,044 | 31 km |
| Kunshan | 2,092,496 | 36 km |
| Taicang | 831,113 | 40 km |
| Suzhou | 6,715,559 | 41 km |
| Wuxi | 4,396,835 | 44 km |
| Nantong | 2,273,326 | 45 km |
| Jiangyin | 1,779,515 | 54 km |
| Changzheng | 229,925 | 75 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Changshu?
The population of Changshu, China is approximately 1,677,050 people, making it the 264th largest city in the world and the 78th largest in China.
Is Changshu the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Changshu is the 78th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Changshu?
Changshu has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C and receives 1,366 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Changshu in?
Changshu is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.