Ningbo, China
Major city · Population 3.7M
Ningbo is the 33rd largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,731,203 people as of 2026. This makes it the 93rd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.26% of China's total population of 1.41B. Ningbo is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 18.4°C with 1,665 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 12 meters above sea level.
Population
3,731,203
Global Rank
#93
Country Rank
#33
% of China
0.26%
Avg Temperature
18.4°C
Annual Rainfall
1,665 mm
Elevation
12 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Ningbo on the Map
Climate in Ningbo
Ningbo's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 308 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 Ningbo with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yuyao | 114,177 | 43 km |
| Cixi | 1,457,510 | 44 km |
| Lianghu | 155,000 | 64 km |
| Zhoushan | 882,932 | 64 km |
| Shangyu | 770,000 | 67 km |
| Shaoxing | 2,300,000 | 95 km |
| Jiashan | 137,112 | 123 km |
| Jiaxing | 1,180,000 | 124 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Ningbo?
The population of Ningbo, China is approximately 3,731,203 people, making it the 93rd largest city in the world and the 33rd largest in China.
Is Ningbo the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Ningbo is the 33rd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Ningbo?
Ningbo has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C and receives 1,665 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Ningbo in?
Ningbo is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.