Heshan, China
Major city · Population 1.2M
Heshan is the 136th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,249,807 people as of 2026. This makes it the 419th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.09% of China's total population of 1.41B. Heshan is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 18.9°C with 1,588 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 66 meters above sea level.
Population
1,249,807
Global Rank
#419
Country Rank
#136
% of China
0.09%
Avg Temperature
18.9°C
Annual Rainfall
1,588 mm
Elevation
66 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Heshan on the Map
Climate in Heshan
Heshan's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Feb. The wettest month is Jun with 453 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
666
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 Heshan with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Changsha | 3,093,980 | 74 km |
| Shaoshan | 118,000 | 74 km |
| Changde | 1,457,419 | 82 km |
| Xiangtan | 959,303 | 97 km |
| Loudi | 497,171 | 99 km |
| Zhuzhou | 1,129,687 | 114 km |
| Yueyang | 991,465 | 115 km |
| Xiulin | 122,411 | 128 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Heshan?
The population of Heshan, China is approximately 1,249,807 people, making it the 419th largest city in the world and the 136th largest in China.
Is Heshan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Heshan is the 136th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Heshan?
Heshan has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C and receives 1,588 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Feb.
What timezone is Heshan in?
Heshan is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.