Wuhan, China
Megacity · Population 10.4M
Wuhan is the 7th largest city in China with a population of approximately 10,392,693 people as of 2026. This makes it the 17th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.74% of China's total population of 1.41B. Wuhan is classified as a megacity and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 18.6°C with 1,333 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 23 meters above sea level.
Population
10,392,693
Global Rank
#17
Country Rank
#7
% of China
0.74%
Avg Temperature
18.6°C
Annual Rainfall
1,333 mm
Elevation
23 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Wuhan on the Map
Climate in Wuhan
Wuhan's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Feb. The wettest month is Jun with 396 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 Wuhan with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaogan | 908,266 | 50 km |
| Huangzhou | 122,563 | 53 km |
| Ezhou | 193,652 | 58 km |
| Huanggang | 366,769 | 60 km |
| E’zhou | 668,727 | 63 km |
| Chengzhong | 265,886 | 79 km |
| Xiantao | 239,406 | 82 km |
| Xianning | 512,517 | 82 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Wuhan?
The population of Wuhan, China is approximately 10,392,693 people, making it the 17th largest city in the world and the 7th largest in China.
Is Wuhan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Wuhan is the 7th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Wuhan?
Wuhan has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C and receives 1,333 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Feb.
What timezone is Wuhan in?
Wuhan is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.