Taiyuan, China
Major city · Population 4.3M
Taiyuan is the 25th largest city in China with a population of approximately 4,303,673 people as of 2026. This makes it the 75th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.31% of China's total population of 1.41B. Taiyuan is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 12.5°C with 450 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 791 meters above sea level.
Population
4,303,673
Global Rank
#75
Country Rank
#25
% of China
0.31%
Avg Temperature
12.5°C
Annual Rainfall
450 mm
Elevation
791 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Taiyuan on the Map
Climate in Taiyuan
Taiyuan's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 108 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 Taiyuan with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yuci | 235,929 | 26 km |
| Jinzhong | 1,226,617 | 27 km |
| Xinzhou | 544,683 | 62 km |
| Yangquan | 731,228 | 88 km |
| Lüliang | 3,346,500 | 131 km |
| Shijiazhuang | 3,938,513 | 169 km |
| Zhengding | 193,524 | 178 km |
| Luancheng | 597,130 | 183 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Taiyuan?
The population of Taiyuan, China is approximately 4,303,673 people, making it the 75th largest city in the world and the 25th largest in China.
Is Taiyuan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Taiyuan is the 25th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Taiyuan?
Taiyuan has an average annual temperature of 12.5°C and receives 450 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Taiyuan in?
Taiyuan is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.