Shiyan, China
Major city · Population 3.5M
Shiyan is the 35th largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,460,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 98th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.25% of China's total population of 1.41B. Shiyan is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.2°C with 798 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 242 meters above sea level.
Population
3,460,000
Global Rank
#98
Country Rank
#35
% of China
0.25%
Avg Temperature
17.2°C
Annual Rainfall
798 mm
Elevation
242 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Shiyan on the Map
Climate in Shiyan
Shiyan's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Feb. The wettest month is Jul with 346 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 Shiyan with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Laohekou | 253,112 | 88 km |
| Dengzhou | 285,032 | 123 km |
| Zhenping | 181,528 | 142 km |
| Xiangyang | 1,294,733 | 145 km |
| Shangluo | 531,696 | 157 km |
| Ankang | 870,126 | 165 km |
| Nanyang | 1,811,812 | 168 km |
| Binhe | 278,055 | 192 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Shiyan?
The population of Shiyan, China is approximately 3,460,000 people, making it the 98th largest city in the world and the 35th largest in China.
Is Shiyan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Shiyan is the 35th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Shiyan?
Shiyan has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C and receives 798 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Feb.
What timezone is Shiyan in?
Shiyan is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.