Hangzhou, China
Major metropolis 路 Population 9.2M
Hangzhou is the 11th largest city in China with a population of approximately 9,236,032 people as of 2026. This makes it the 27th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.66% of China's total population of 1.41B. Hangzhou is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 18.1掳C with 1,638 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 11 meters above sea level.
Population
9,236,032
Global Rank
#27
Country Rank
#11
% of China
0.66%
Avg Temperature
18.1掳C
Annual Rainfall
1,638 mm
Elevation
11 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Hangzhou on the Map
Climate in Hangzhou
Hangzhou's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 433 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 Hangzhou with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ch贸ngf煤 | 112,060 | 37 km |
| Shaoxing | 2,300,000 | 52 km |
| Zhuji | 110,721 | 64 km |
| Huzhou | 1,015,937 | 64 km |
| Shangyu | 770,000 | 75 km |
| Jiaxing | 1,180,000 | 76 km |
| Lianghu | 155,000 | 78 km |
| Jiashan | 137,112 | 96 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hangzhou?
The population of Hangzhou, China is approximately 9,236,032 people, making it the 27th largest city in the world and the 11th largest in China.
Is Hangzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Hangzhou is the 11th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Hangzhou?
Hangzhou has an average annual temperature of 18.1掳C and receives 1,638 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Hangzhou in?
Hangzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.