Zhongshan, China
Major city · Population 3.8M
Zhongshan is the 29th largest city in China with a population of approximately 3,841,873 people as of 2026. This makes it the 85th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.27% of China's total population of 1.41B. Zhongshan is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 23.5°C with 2,040 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 9 meters above sea level.
Population
3,841,873
Global Rank
#85
Country Rank
#29
% of China
0.27%
Avg Temperature
23.5°C
Annual Rainfall
2,040 mm
Elevation
9 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Zhongshan on the Map
Climate in Zhongshan
Zhongshan's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Apr with 376 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 Zhongshan with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shiqi | 342,306 | <1 km |
| Nantou | 130,370 | 24 km |
| Jiangmen | 1,795,459 | 31 km |
| Tanzhou | 382,445 | 31 km |
| Zhuhai | 2,207,090 | 34 km |
| Jing’an | 186,000 | 36 km |
| Daliang | 210,411 | 38 km |
| Nossa Senhora de Fátima | 126,000 | 39 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Zhongshan?
The population of Zhongshan, China is approximately 3,841,873 people, making it the 85th largest city in the world and the 29th largest in China.
Is Zhongshan the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Zhongshan is the 29th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Zhongshan?
Zhongshan has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C and receives 2,040 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Zhongshan in?
Zhongshan is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.