Xiamen, China
Major city · Population 4.6M
Xiamen is the 21st largest city in China with a population of approximately 4,617,251 people as of 2026. This makes it the 66th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.33% of China's total population of 1.41B. Xiamen is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 22.5°C with 1,634 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 12 meters above sea level.
Population
4,617,251
Global Rank
#66
Country Rank
#21
% of China
0.33%
Avg Temperature
22.5°C
Annual Rainfall
1,634 mm
Elevation
12 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Xiamen on the Map
Climate in Xiamen
Xiamen's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Sep with 275 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 Xiamen with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zhangzhou | 589,831 | 43 km |
| Jinjiang | 1,416,151 | 62 km |
| Quanzhou | 1,469,157 | 70 km |
| Longyan | 1,025,087 | 126 km |
| Huanggang | 225,956 | 142 km |
| Putian | 1,539,389 | 142 km |
| Chaozhou | 1,750,945 | 174 km |
| Chenghua | 152,453 | 175 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Xiamen?
The population of Xiamen, China is approximately 4,617,251 people, making it the 66th largest city in the world and the 21st largest in China.
Is Xiamen the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Xiamen is the 21st largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Xiamen?
Xiamen has an average annual temperature of 22.5°C and receives 1,634 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Xiamen in?
Xiamen is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.