Huainan, China
Major city · Population 1.7M
Huainan is the 79th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,666,826 people as of 2026. This makes it the 266th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.12% of China's total population of 1.41B. Huainan is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.9°C with 1,002 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 50 meters above sea level.
Population
1,666,826
Global Rank
#266
Country Rank
#79
% of China
0.12%
Avg Temperature
16.9°C
Annual Rainfall
1,002 mm
Elevation
50 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Huainan on the Map
Climate in Huainan
Huainan's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 280 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
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 Huainan with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bengbu | 972,784 | 49 km |
| Hefei | 5,050,000 | 89 km |
| Lu’an | 1,644,344 | 109 km |
| Suzhou | 1,647,642 | 112 km |
| Fuyang | 1,768,947 | 114 km |
| Chuzhou | 782,671 | 127 km |
| Chaohu | 138,463 | 140 km |
| Huaibei | 1,113,321 | 151 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Huainan?
The population of Huainan, China is approximately 1,666,826 people, making it the 266th largest city in the world and the 79th largest in China.
Is Huainan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Huainan is the 79th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Huainan?
Huainan has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C and receives 1,002 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Huainan in?
Huainan is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.