Sanaa, Yemen
Major city · Population 1.9M
Sanaa is the largest city in Yemen with a population of approximately 1,937,451 people as of 2026. This makes it the 211th largest city in the world, accounting for 5.93% of Yemen's total population of 32.7M. Sanaa is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Aden timezone. The average annual temperature is 19.1°C with 250 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 2,251 meters above sea level.
Population
1,937,451
Global Rank
#211
Country Rank
#1
% of Yemen
5.93%
Avg Temperature
19.1°C
Annual Rainfall
250 mm
Elevation
2,251 m
Timezone
Asia/Aden
Sanaa on the Map
Climate in Sanaa
Sanaa's warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Aug with 162 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Yemen at a Glance
Country Population
32,684,503
Capital
Sana'a
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
7
GDP per Capita
$634
Life Expectancy
69.3 years
Urban Population
36.8%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Yemen
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Sanaa with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamār | 160,114 | 93 km |
| Al Ḩudaydah | 734,699 | 148 km |
| Ibb | 771,514 | 154 km |
| Taiz | 940,600 | 198 km |
| Najrān | 505,652 | 238 km |
| Jizan | 105,198 | 246 km |
| Aden | 1,079,670 | 300 km |
| Khamis Mushait | 387,553 | 363 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Sanaa?
The population of Sanaa, Yemen is approximately 1,937,451 people, making it the 211th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Yemen.
Is Sanaa the capital of Yemen?
No, the capital of Yemen is Sana'a. Sanaa is the 1st largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Sanaa?
Sanaa has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C and receives 250 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Sanaa in?
Sanaa is in the Asia/Aden timezone.