Kunming, China
Major city · Population 3.9M
Kunming is the 28th largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,855,346 people as of 2026. This makes it the 84th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.27% of China's total population of 1.41B. Kunming is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.7°C with 1,371 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 1,893 meters above sea level.
Population
3,855,346
Global Rank
#84
Country Rank
#28
% of China
0.27%
Avg Temperature
16.7°C
Annual Rainfall
1,371 mm
Elevation
1,893 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Kunming on the Map
Climate in Kunming
Kunming's warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 305 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 Kunming with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Majie | 131,696 | 8 km |
| Anning | 106,795 | 27 km |
| Haikou | 112,644 | 32 km |
| Yuxi | 103,829 | 78 km |
| Qujing | 1,408,500 | 118 km |
| Chuxiong | 555,081 | 118 km |
| Kaiyuan | 198,423 | 160 km |
| Jianshui | 490,000 | 173 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kunming?
The population of Kunming, China is approximately 3,855,346 people, making it the 84th largest city in the world and the 28th largest in China.
Is Kunming the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Kunming is the 28th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Kunming?
Kunming has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C and receives 1,371 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Kunming in?
Kunming is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.