Yangon, Myanmar
Major city · Population 4.5M
Yangon is the largest city in Myanmar with a population of approximately 4,477,638 people as of 2026. This makes it the 68th largest city in the world, accounting for 8.22% of Myanmar's total population of 54.5M. Yangon is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Yangon timezone. The average annual temperature is 27.5°C with 3,105 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 26 meters above sea level.
Population
4,477,638
Global Rank
#68
Country Rank
#1
% of Myanmar
8.22%
Avg Temperature
27.5°C
Annual Rainfall
3,105 mm
Elevation
26 m
Timezone
Asia/Yangon
Yangon on the Map
Climate in Yangon
Yangon's warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 662 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Myanmar at a Glance
Country Population
54,500,091
Capital
Naypyidaw
Region
South-Eastern Asia
Major Cities
36
GDP per Capita
$1,359
Life Expectancy
66.9 years
Urban Population
30.4%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in Myanmar
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Yangon with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mingala Tangnyunt | 132,494 | 3 km |
| Kyimyindine | 111,514 | 3 km |
| Set Ka Lay | 111,514 | 5 km |
| Hlaingthaya | 687,867 | 11 km |
| Insein | 247,675 | 11 km |
| Mingaladon | 136,000 | 15 km |
| Kyauktan | 132,765 | 26 km |
| Bago | 244,376 | 68 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yangon?
The population of Yangon, Myanmar is approximately 4,477,638 people, making it the 68th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Myanmar.
Is Yangon the capital of Myanmar?
No, the capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw. Yangon is the 1st largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Yangon?
Yangon has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C and receives 3,105 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Yangon in?
Yangon is in the Asia/Yangon timezone.