Visakhapatnam, India
Major city · Population 1.1M
Visakhapatnam is the 50th largest city in India with a population of approximately 1,063,178 people as of 2026. This makes it the 495th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.08% of India's total population of 1.42B. Visakhapatnam is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone. The average annual temperature is 27.4°C with 1,839 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 21 meters above sea level.
Population
1,063,178
Global Rank
#495
Country Rank
#50
% of India
0.08%
Avg Temperature
27.4°C
Annual Rainfall
1,839 mm
Elevation
21 m
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Visakhapatnam on the Map
Climate in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam's warmest month is May and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Sep with 478 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
India at a Glance
Country Population
1,417,492,000
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 Visakhapatnam with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gajuwaka | 258,944 | 3 km |
| Rasapūdipalem | 1,728,128 | 13 km |
| Vizianagaram | 228,720 | 53 km |
| Srikakulam | 137,944 | 101 km |
| Kākināda | 384,182 | 130 km |
| Rajamahendravaram | 376,333 | 169 km |
| Nowrangapur | 1,220,946 | 186 km |
| Jagdalpur | 125,463 | 199 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Visakhapatnam?
The population of Visakhapatnam, India is approximately 1,063,178 people, making it the 495th largest city in the world and the 50th largest in India.
Is Visakhapatnam the capital of India?
No, the capital of India is New Delhi. Visakhapatnam is the 50th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Visakhapatnam?
Visakhapatnam has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C and receives 1,839 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Visakhapatnam in?
Visakhapatnam is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone.