Yangzhou, China
Major city · Population 1.6M
Yangzhou is the 87th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,584,237 people as of 2026. This makes it the 286th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.11% of China's total population of 1.41B. Yangzhou is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.7°C with 1,545 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 15 meters above sea level.
Population
1,584,237
Global Rank
#286
Country Rank
#87
% of China
0.11%
Avg Temperature
16.7°C
Annual Rainfall
1,545 mm
Elevation
15 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Yangzhou on the Map
Climate in Yangzhou
Yangzhou's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 360 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 Yangzhou with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zhenjiang | 950,516 | 21 km |
| Zhenzhou | 176,006 | 28 km |
| Taizhou | 1,607,108 | 46 km |
| Xinghua | 105,918 | 71 km |
| Nanjing | 9,314,685 | 72 km |
| Changzhou | 3,290,918 | 85 km |
| Jiangyin | 1,779,515 | 95 km |
| Dongtai | 262,873 | 96 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yangzhou?
The population of Yangzhou, China is approximately 1,584,237 people, making it the 286th largest city in the world and the 87th largest in China.
Is Yangzhou the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Yangzhou is the 87th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Yangzhou?
Yangzhou has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C and receives 1,545 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Yangzhou in?
Yangzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.