Hiroshima, Japan
Major city · Population 1.2M
Hiroshima is the 11th largest city in Japan with a population of approximately 1,200,754 people as of 2026. This makes it the 433rd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.97% of Japan's total population of 124.0M. Hiroshima is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Tokyo timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.1°C with 1,851 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 8 meters above sea level.
Population
1,200,754
Global Rank
#433
Country Rank
#11
% of Japan
0.97%
Avg Temperature
16.1°C
Annual Rainfall
1,851 mm
Elevation
8 m
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Hiroshima on the Map
Climate in Hiroshima
Hiroshima's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 287 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Japan at a Glance
Country Population
123,975,371
Capital
Tokyo
Region
Eastern Asia
Major Cities
293
GDP per Capita
$32,487
Life Expectancy
84.0 years
Urban Population
92.2%
Growth Rate
-0.00%
Other Major Cities in Japan
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Hiroshima with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hatsukaichi | 114,173 | 12 km |
| Kure | 214,592 | 22 km |
| Higashihiroshima | 196,608 | 26 km |
| Iwakuni | 129,125 | 34 km |
| Imabari | 170,986 | 62 km |
| Shūnan | 149,632 | 67 km |
| Matsuyama | 511,192 | 69 km |
| Onomichi | 131,170 | 69 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hiroshima?
The population of Hiroshima, Japan is approximately 1,200,754 people, making it the 433rd largest city in the world and the 11th largest in Japan.
Is Hiroshima the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo. Hiroshima is the 11th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Hiroshima?
Hiroshima has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C and receives 1,851 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Hiroshima in?
Hiroshima is in the Asia/Tokyo timezone.