Quanzhou, China
Major city · Population 1.5M
Quanzhou is the 97th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,469,157 people as of 2026. This makes it the 324th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.10% of China's total population of 1.41B. Quanzhou is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 22°C with 1,817 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 13 meters above sea level.
Population
1,469,157
Global Rank
#324
Country Rank
#97
% of China
0.10%
Avg Temperature
22°C
Annual Rainfall
1,817 mm
Elevation
13 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Quanzhou on the Map
Climate in Quanzhou
Quanzhou's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Sep with 377 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 Quanzhou with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jinjiang | 1,416,151 | 11 km |
| Xiamen | 4,617,251 | 70 km |
| Putian | 1,539,389 | 72 km |
| Zhangzhou | 589,831 | 104 km |
| Fuzhou | 3,740,000 | 147 km |
| Longyan | 1,025,087 | 159 km |
| Sanming | 602,166 | 177 km |
| Nanping | 467,875 | 197 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Quanzhou?
The population of Quanzhou, China is approximately 1,469,157 people, making it the 324th largest city in the world and the 97th largest in China.
Is Quanzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Quanzhou is the 97th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Quanzhou?
Quanzhou has an average annual temperature of 22°C and receives 1,817 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Quanzhou in?
Quanzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.