Yantai, China
Major city · Population 2.2M
Yantai is the 55th largest city in China with a population of approximately 2,227,733 people as of 2026. This makes it the 172nd largest city in the world, accounting for 0.16% of China's total population of 1.41B. Yantai is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 13.7°C with 887 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 25 meters above sea level.
Population
2,227,733
Global Rank
#172
Country Rank
#55
% of China
0.16%
Avg Temperature
13.7°C
Annual Rainfall
887 mm
Elevation
25 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Yantai on the Map
Climate in Yantai
Yantai's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jul with 270 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
China at a Glance
Country Population
1,408,280,000
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 Yantai with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tianfu | 115,370 | 59 km |
| Weihai | 844,310 | 59 km |
| Laiyang | 169,594 | 85 km |
| Zhaoyuan | 120,000 | 92 km |
| Laixi | 341,470 | 106 km |
| Laizhou | 188,000 | 137 km |
| Pingdu | 542,234 | 153 km |
| Nancun | 124,210 | 156 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yantai?
The population of Yantai, China is approximately 2,227,733 people, making it the 172nd largest city in the world and the 55th largest in China.
Is Yantai the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Yantai is the 55th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Yantai?
Yantai has an average annual temperature of 13.7°C and receives 887 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Yantai in?
Yantai is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.