Zigong, China
Major city · Population 1.3M
Zigong is the 125th largest city in China with a population of approximately 1,262,064 people as of 2026. This makes it the 400th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.09% of China's total population of 1.41B. Zigong is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The average annual temperature is 19.3°C with 1,201 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 309 meters above sea level.
Population
1,262,064
Global Rank
#400
Country Rank
#125
% of China
0.09%
Avg Temperature
19.3°C
Annual Rainfall
1,201 mm
Elevation
309 m
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Zigong on the Map
Climate in Zigong
Zigong's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Jul with 340 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 Zigong with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Neijiang | 1,251,095 | 39 km |
| Fuji | 131,927 | 62 km |
| Yibin | 836,340 | 66 km |
| Changyuan | 186,653 | 79 km |
| Luzhou | 998,900 | 81 km |
| Shuifu | 102,143 | 87 km |
| Ziyang | 905,729 | 88 km |
| Longshui | 121,609 | 99 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Zigong?
The population of Zigong, China is approximately 1,262,064 people, making it the 400th largest city in the world and the 125th largest in China.
Is Zigong the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing. Zigong is the 125th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Zigong?
Zigong has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C and receives 1,201 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Zigong in?
Zigong is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone.