Chengdu, China
Megacity · Population 13.6M
Chengdu is the 5th largest city in China with a population of approximately 13,568,357 people as of 2026. This makes it the 9th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.96% of China's total population of 1.41B. Chengdu is classified as a megacity and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 18.3°C with 1,035 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 494 meters above sea level.
Population
13,568,357
Global Rank
#9
Country Rank
#5
% of China
0.96%
Avg Temperature
18.3°C
Annual Rainfall
1,035 mm
Elevation
494 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Chengdu on the Map
Climate in Chengdu
Chengdu's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Jul with 274 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 Chengdu with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Deyang | 735,070 | 60 km |
| Meishan | 1,107,742 | 73 km |
| Mianzhu, Deyang, Sichuan | 510,000 | 76 km |
| Luojiang | 212,186 | 82 km |
| Ziyang | 905,729 | 82 km |
| Mianyang | 1,550,000 | 107 km |
| Leshan | 662,814 | 126 km |
| Ya'an | 612,056 | 127 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Chengdu?
The population of Chengdu, China is approximately 13,568,357 people, making it the 9th largest city in the world and the 5th largest in China.
Is Chengdu the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Chengdu is the 5th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Chengdu?
Chengdu has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C and receives 1,035 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Chengdu in?
Chengdu is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.