Xining, China
Major city · Population 1.7M
Xining is the 77th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,677,177 people as of 2026. This makes it the 263rd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.12% of China's total population of 1.41B. Xining is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 7.4°C with 547 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 meters above sea level.
Population
1,677,177
Global Rank
#263
Country Rank
#77
% of China
0.12%
Avg Temperature
7.4°C
Annual Rainfall
547 mm
Elevation
2,274 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Xining on the Map
Climate in Xining
Xining's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Sep with 130 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 Xining with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Qiaotou | 114,712 | 35 km |
| Nianbo | 260,184 | 61 km |
| Tongren | 103,700 | 126 km |
| Wuwei | 1,010,295 | 164 km |
| Linxia Chengguanzhen | 274,466 | 173 km |
| Lanzhou | 3,000,000 | 197 km |
| Jinchang | 228,561 | 212 km |
| Baiyin | 294,400 | 216 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Xining?
The population of Xining, China is approximately 1,677,177 people, making it the 263rd largest city in the world and the 77th largest in China.
Is Xining the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Xining is the 77th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Xining?
Xining has an average annual temperature of 7.4°C and receives 547 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Xining in?
Xining is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.