Saint Petersburg, Russia
Major metropolis · Population 5.4M
Saint Petersburg is the 2nd largest city in Russia with a population of approximately 5,351,935 people as of 2026. This makes it the 51st largest city in the world, accounting for 3.73% of Russia's total population of 143.5M. Saint Petersburg is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Europe/Moscow timezone. The average annual temperature is 6.7°C with 762 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 4 meters above sea level.
Population
5,351,935
Global Rank
#51
Country Rank
#2
% of Russia
3.73%
Avg Temperature
6.7°C
Annual Rainfall
762 mm
Elevation
4 m
Timezone
Europe/Moscow
Saint Petersburg on the Map
Climate in Saint Petersburg
Saint Petersburg's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 151 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Russia at a Glance
Country Population
143,533,851
Capital
Moscow
Region
Eastern Europe
Major Cities
213
GDP per Capita
$14,889
Life Expectancy
73.3 years
Urban Population
75.1%
Growth Rate
-0.00%
Other Major Cities in Russia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Saint Petersburg with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Admiralteisky | 157,897 | 2 km |
| Centralniy | 214,625 | 3 km |
| Petrogradka | 130,455 | 3 km |
| Vasyl'evsky Ostrov | 203,058 | 3 km |
| Kalininskiy | 504,641 | 8 km |
| Akademicheskoe | 103,304 | 9 km |
| Krasnogvargeisky | 337,091 | 10 km |
| Kolpino | 138,979 | 26 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Saint Petersburg?
The population of Saint Petersburg, Russia is approximately 5,351,935 people, making it the 51st largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in Russia.
Is Saint Petersburg the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow. Saint Petersburg is the 2nd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Saint Petersburg?
Saint Petersburg has an average annual temperature of 6.7°C and receives 762 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Saint Petersburg in?
Saint Petersburg is in the Europe/Moscow timezone.