Coimbatore, India
Major city · Population 2.1M
Coimbatore is the 15th largest city in India with a population of approximately 2,136,916 people as of 2026. This makes it the 185th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.15% of India's total population of 1.42B. Coimbatore is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.4°C with 1,300 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 422 meters above sea level.
Population
2,136,916
Global Rank
#185
Country Rank
#15
% of India
0.15%
Avg Temperature
26.4°C
Annual Rainfall
1,300 mm
Elevation
422 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Coimbatore on the Map
Climate in Coimbatore
Coimbatore's warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jul. The wettest month is May with 244 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
India at a Glance
Country Population
1,417,492,000
Capital
New Delhi
Region
Southern Asia
Major Cities
532
GDP per Capita
$2,695
Life Expectancy
72.0 years
Urban Population
35.4%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in India
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Coimbatore with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kurichchi | 123,667 | 5 km |
| Palakkad | 132,728 | 43 km |
| Tiruppur | 963,173 | 44 km |
| Ooty | 233,426 | 54 km |
| Erode | 521,891 | 91 km |
| Kumarapalayam | 195,071 | 95 km |
| Malappuram | 101,386 | 97 km |
| Thrissur | 315,957 | 98 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Coimbatore?
The population of Coimbatore, India is approximately 2,136,916 people, making it the 185th largest city in the world and the 15th largest in India.
Is Coimbatore the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Coimbatore is the 15th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Coimbatore?
Coimbatore has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C and receives 1,300 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jul.
What timezone is Coimbatore in?
Coimbatore is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.