Shantou, China
Major city · Population 3.8M
Shantou is the 31st largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,838,900 people as of 2026. This makes it the 87th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.27% of China's total population of 1.41B. Shantou is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 22.8°C with 1,970 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 3 meters above sea level.
Population
3,838,900
Global Rank
#87
Country Rank
#31
% of China
0.27%
Avg Temperature
22.8°C
Annual Rainfall
1,970 mm
Elevation
3 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Shantou on the Map
Climate in Shantou
Shantou's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Sep with 346 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
China at a Glance
Country Population
1,408,280,000
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 Shantou with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anbu | 162,964 | 10 km |
| Chenghua | 152,453 | 15 km |
| Haimen | 125,427 | 19 km |
| Chaozhou | 1,750,945 | 34 km |
| Jieyang | 1,899,394 | 38 km |
| Huanggang | 225,956 | 49 km |
| Puning | 874,954 | 52 km |
| Huicheng | 125,919 | 53 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Shantou?
The population of Shantou, China is approximately 3,838,900 people, making it the 87th largest city in the world and the 31st largest in China.
Is Shantou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Shantou is the 31st largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Shantou?
Shantou has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C and receives 1,970 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Shantou in?
Shantou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.