Surat, India
Major city · Population 4.6M
Surat is the 8th largest city in India with a population of approximately 4,591,246 people as of 2026. This makes it the 67th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.32% of India's total population of 1.45B. Surat is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 27.5°C with 1,881 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 21 meters above sea level.
Population
4,591,246
Global Rank
#67
Country Rank
#8
% of India
0.32%
Avg Temperature
27.5°C
Annual Rainfall
1,881 mm
Elevation
21 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Surat on the Map
Climate in Surat
Surat's warmest month is May and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 652 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
India at a Glance
Country Population
1,450,935,791
Capital
New Delhi
Region
Southern Asia
Major Cities
532
GDP per Capita
$2,695
Life Expectancy
72.0 years
Urban Population
35.4%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in India
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Surat with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Navsari | 171,109 | 30 km |
| Bilimora | 510,879 | 49 km |
| Bharūch | 169,007 | 58 km |
| Valsād | 139,764 | 66 km |
| Vapi | 163,630 | 92 km |
| Bhavnagar | 605,882 | 94 km |
| Vadodara | 1,822,221 | 129 km |
| Nandurbar | 111,037 | 147 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Surat?
The population of Surat, India is approximately 4,591,246 people, making it the 67th largest city in the world and the 8th largest in India.
Is Surat the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Surat is the 8th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Surat?
Surat has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C and receives 1,881 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Surat in?
Surat is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.