Yancheng, China
Major city · Population 1.6M
Yancheng is the 82nd largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,615,717 people as of 2026. This makes it the 276th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.11% of China's total population of 1.41B. Yancheng is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.1°C with 1,075 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 5 meters above sea level.
Population
1,615,717
Global Rank
#276
Country Rank
#82
% of China
0.11%
Avg Temperature
16.1°C
Annual Rainfall
1,075 mm
Elevation
5 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Yancheng on the Map
Climate in Yancheng
Yancheng's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 237 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 Yancheng with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Xinghua | 105,918 | 55 km |
| Dongtai | 262,873 | 58 km |
| Taizhou | 1,607,108 | 99 km |
| Huai'an | 2,494,013 | 109 km |
| Rugao | 257,400 | 117 km |
| Yangzhou | 1,584,237 | 126 km |
| Zhenjiang | 950,516 | 143 km |
| Zhenzhou | 176,006 | 151 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yancheng?
The population of Yancheng, China is approximately 1,615,717 people, making it the 276th largest city in the world and the 82nd largest in China.
Is Yancheng the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Yancheng is the 82nd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Yancheng?
Yancheng has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C and receives 1,075 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Yancheng in?
Yancheng is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.