Pudong, China
Major metropolis · Population 5.7M
Pudong is the 18th largest city in China with a population of approximately 5,681,512 people as of 2026. This makes it the 49th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.40% of China's total population of 1.41B. Pudong is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.6°C with 1,564 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 6 meters above sea level.
Population
5,681,512
Global Rank
#49
Country Rank
#18
% of China
0.40%
Avg Temperature
17.6°C
Annual Rainfall
1,564 mm
Elevation
6 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Pudong on the Map
Climate in Pudong
Pudong's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 337 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 Pudong with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hongkou | 687,500 | 2 km |
| Huangpu | 504,700 | 2 km |
| Yangpu | 1,210,800 | 3 km |
| Zhabei | 840,000 | 4 km |
| Shanghai | 24,874,500 | 5 km |
| Xuhui | 1,109,800 | 7 km |
| Pengpu | 152,725 | 8 km |
| Changning | 694,900 | 8 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Pudong?
The population of Pudong, China is approximately 5,681,512 people, making it the 49th largest city in the world and the 18th largest in China.
Is Pudong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Pudong is the 18th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Pudong?
Pudong has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C and receives 1,564 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Pudong in?
Pudong is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.