Nanyang, China
Major city · Population 1.8M
Nanyang is the 77th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,811,812 people as of 2026. This makes it the 244th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.13% of China's total population of 1.41B. Nanyang is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.8°C with 990 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 125 meters above sea level.
Population
1,811,812
Global Rank
#244
Country Rank
#77
% of China
0.13%
Avg Temperature
16.8°C
Annual Rainfall
990 mm
Elevation
125 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Nanyang on the Map
Climate in Nanyang
Nanyang's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 495 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 Nanyang with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zhenping | 181,528 | 30 km |
| Tanghe | 278,055 | 44 km |
| Dengzhou | 285,032 | 56 km |
| Zaoyang | 184,509 | 100 km |
| Laohekou | 253,112 | 107 km |
| Pingdingshan | 979,130 | 108 km |
| Xiangyang | 1,294,733 | 114 km |
| Zhumadian | 721,670 | 138 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Nanyang?
The population of Nanyang, China is approximately 1,811,812 people, making it the 244th largest city in the world and the 77th largest in China.
Is Nanyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Nanyang is the 77th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Nanyang?
Nanyang has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C and receives 990 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Nanyang in?
Nanyang is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.