Zhaoqing, China
Major city · Population 1.6M
Zhaoqing is the 89th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,553,109 people as of 2026. This makes it the 294th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.11% of China's total population of 1.41B. Zhaoqing is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 22.9°C with 2,347 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 18 meters above sea level.
Population
1,553,109
Global Rank
#294
Country Rank
#89
% of China
0.11%
Avg Temperature
22.9°C
Annual Rainfall
2,347 mm
Elevation
18 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Zhaoqing on the Map
Climate in Zhaoqing
Zhaoqing's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Apr with 686 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 Zhaoqing with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yunfu | 2,612,800 | 45 km |
| Sanshui | 153,714 | 46 km |
| Shaping | 107,589 | 60 km |
| Foshan | 9,042,509 | 69 km |
| Changsha | 688,242 | 78 km |
| Guangzhou | 16,096,724 | 81 km |
| Jiangmen | 1,795,459 | 82 km |
| Daliang | 210,411 | 84 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Zhaoqing?
The population of Zhaoqing, China is approximately 1,553,109 people, making it the 294th largest city in the world and the 89th largest in China.
Is Zhaoqing the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Zhaoqing is the 89th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Zhaoqing?
Zhaoqing has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C and receives 2,347 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Zhaoqing in?
Zhaoqing is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.