Changzhou, China
Major city · Population 3.3M
Changzhou is the 38th largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,290,918 people as of 2026. This makes it the 105th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.23% of China's total population of 1.41B. Changzhou is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.2°C with 1,332 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 6 meters above sea level.
Population
3,290,918
Global Rank
#105
Country Rank
#38
% of China
0.23%
Avg Temperature
17.2°C
Annual Rainfall
1,332 mm
Elevation
6 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Changzhou on the Map
Climate in Changzhou
Changzhou's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 218 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 Changzhou with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jiangyin | 1,779,515 | 33 km |
| Wuxi | 4,396,835 | 39 km |
| Yixing | 1,285,785 | 48 km |
| Zhangjiagang | 1,432,044 | 56 km |
| Zhenjiang | 950,516 | 68 km |
| Changshu | 1,677,050 | 76 km |
| Taizhou | 1,607,108 | 80 km |
| Suzhou | 6,715,559 | 80 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Changzhou?
The population of Changzhou, China is approximately 3,290,918 people, making it the 105th largest city in the world and the 38th largest in China.
Is Changzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Changzhou is the 38th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Changzhou?
Changzhou has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C and receives 1,332 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Changzhou in?
Changzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.