Xinyang, China
Major city · Population 1.2M
Xinyang is the 130th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,230,042 people as of 2026. This makes it the 418th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.09% of China's total population of 1.41B. Xinyang is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.2°C with 874 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 86 meters above sea level.
Population
1,230,042
Global Rank
#418
Country Rank
#130
% of China
0.09%
Avg Temperature
17.2°C
Annual Rainfall
874 mm
Elevation
86 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Xinyang on the Map
Climate in Xinyang
Xinyang's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Feb. The wettest month is Jul with 263 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 Xinyang with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Guangshui | 154,771 | 56 km |
| Suizhou | 618,582 | 81 km |
| Zhumadian | 721,670 | 95 km |
| Zaoyang | 184,509 | 123 km |
| Binhe | 278,055 | 132 km |
| Xiaogan | 908,266 | 134 km |
| Macheng | 126,366 | 139 km |
| Chengzhong | 265,886 | 140 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Xinyang?
The population of Xinyang, China is approximately 1,230,042 people, making it the 418th largest city in the world and the 130th largest in China.
Is Xinyang the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Xinyang is the 130th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Xinyang?
Xinyang has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C and receives 874 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Feb.
What timezone is Xinyang in?
Xinyang is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.