Suzhou, China
Major metropolis · Population 6.7M
Suzhou is the 16th largest city in China with a population of approximately 6,715,559 people as of 2026. This makes it the 45th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.48% of China's total population of 1.41B. Suzhou is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.4°C with 1,471 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 7 meters above sea level.
Population
6,715,559
Global Rank
#45
Country Rank
#16
% of China
0.48%
Avg Temperature
17.4°C
Annual Rainfall
1,471 mm
Elevation
7 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Suzhou on the Map
Climate in Suzhou
Suzhou's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 329 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 Suzhou with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kunshan | 2,092,496 | 35 km |
| Changshu | 1,677,050 | 41 km |
| Wuxi | 4,396,835 | 41 km |
| Taicang | 831,113 | 50 km |
| Jiashan | 137,112 | 60 km |
| Zhangjiagang | 1,432,044 | 63 km |
| Jiaxing | 1,180,000 | 63 km |
| Songjiang | 130,218 | 67 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Suzhou?
The population of Suzhou, China is approximately 6,715,559 people, making it the 45th largest city in the world and the 16th largest in China.
Is Suzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Suzhou is the 16th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Suzhou?
Suzhou has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C and receives 1,471 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Suzhou in?
Suzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.