Fuzhou, China
Major city · Population 3.7M
Fuzhou is the 32nd largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,740,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 92nd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.27% of China's total population of 1.41B. Fuzhou is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 20.7°C with 1,795 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 10 meters above sea level.
Population
3,740,000
Global Rank
#92
Country Rank
#32
% of China
0.27%
Avg Temperature
20.7°C
Annual Rainfall
1,795 mm
Elevation
10 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Fuzhou on the Map
Climate in Fuzhou
Fuzhou's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Sep with 327 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 Fuzhou with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ningde | 429,260 | 70 km |
| Putian | 1,539,389 | 75 km |
| Songcheng | 165,730 | 115 km |
| Fu’an | 154,439 | 119 km |
| Nanping | 467,875 | 130 km |
| Quanzhou | 1,469,157 | 147 km |
| Jinjiang | 1,416,151 | 156 km |
| Fuding | 192,352 | 167 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fuzhou?
The population of Fuzhou, China is approximately 3,740,000 people, making it the 92nd largest city in the world and the 32nd largest in China.
Is Fuzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Fuzhou is the 32nd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Fuzhou?
Fuzhou has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C and receives 1,795 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Fuzhou in?
Fuzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.