Nanchong, China
Major city · Population 1.9M
Nanchong is the 67th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,858,875 people as of 2026. This makes it the 222nd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.13% of China's total population of 1.41B. Nanchong is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 18.9°C with 1,134 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 287 meters above sea level.
Population
1,858,875
Global Rank
#222
Country Rank
#67
% of China
0.13%
Avg Temperature
18.9°C
Annual Rainfall
1,134 mm
Elevation
287 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Nanchong on the Map
Climate in Nanchong
Nanchong's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Jul with 359 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 Nanchong with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gaoping | 204,368 | 3 km |
| Suining | 656,760 | 58 km |
| Guang’an | 858,159 | 64 km |
| Zitong | 212,819 | 73 km |
| Yangcheng | 186,242 | 90 km |
| Hechuan | 377,213 | 91 km |
| Nanjin | 143,766 | 92 km |
| Bachuan | 208,520 | 105 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Nanchong?
The population of Nanchong, China is approximately 1,858,875 people, making it the 222nd largest city in the world and the 67th largest in China.
Is Nanchong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Nanchong is the 67th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Nanchong?
Nanchong has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C and receives 1,134 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Nanchong in?
Nanchong is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.