Wuxi, China
Major city · Population 4.4M
Wuxi is the 23rd largest city in China with a population of approximately 4,396,835 people as of 2026. This makes it the 72nd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.31% of China's total population of 1.41B. Wuxi is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.3°C with 1,476 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 4 meters above sea level.
Population
4,396,835
Global Rank
#72
Country Rank
#23
% of China
0.31%
Avg Temperature
17.3°C
Annual Rainfall
1,476 mm
Elevation
4 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Wuxi on the Map
Climate in Wuxi
Wuxi's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jun with 309 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
China at a Glance
Country Population
1,408,975,000
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 Wuxi with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jiangyin | 1,779,515 | 38 km |
| Changzhou | 3,290,918 | 39 km |
| Zhangjiagang | 1,432,044 | 41 km |
| Suzhou | 6,715,559 | 41 km |
| Changshu | 1,677,050 | 44 km |
| Yixing | 1,285,785 | 50 km |
| Kunshan | 2,092,496 | 67 km |
| Nantong | 2,273,326 | 76 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Wuxi?
The population of Wuxi, China is approximately 4,396,835 people, making it the 72nd largest city in the world and the 23rd largest in China.
Is Wuxi the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Wuxi is the 23rd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Wuxi?
Wuxi has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C and receives 1,476 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Wuxi in?
Wuxi is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.