Xiangyang, China
Major city · Population 1.3M
Xiangyang is the 128th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,294,733 people as of 2026. This makes it the 397th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.09% of China's total population of 1.41B. Xiangyang is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.6°C with 778 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 68 meters above sea level.
Population
1,294,733
Global Rank
#397
Country Rank
#128
% of China
0.09%
Avg Temperature
17.6°C
Annual Rainfall
778 mm
Elevation
68 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Xiangyang on the Map
Climate in Xiangyang
Xiangyang's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 279 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
666
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 Xiangyang with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zaoyang | 184,509 | 58 km |
| Laohekou | 253,112 | 59 km |
| Dengzhou | 285,032 | 71 km |
| Tanghe | 278,055 | 96 km |
| Zhongxiang | 108,883 | 106 km |
| Zhenping | 181,528 | 111 km |
| Jingmen | 632,954 | 112 km |
| Nanyang | 1,811,812 | 114 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Xiangyang?
The population of Xiangyang, China is approximately 1,294,733 people, making it the 397th largest city in the world and the 128th largest in China.
Is Xiangyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Xiangyang is the 128th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Xiangyang?
Xiangyang has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C and receives 778 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Xiangyang in?
Xiangyang is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.