Beijing Population (2026)
Population of Beijing with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Beijing
Beijing ranks #2 by population among 2 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Beijing
Population by airport in Beijing
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Population by attraction in Beijing
2 attractions mapped in this atlas
Population by unesco world heritage site in Beijing
2 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Summary
Beijing is a city in China. Beijing is known for Forbidden City and the Great Wall. It has a population of about 21.5 million.
Right now it is 85°F (30°C) in Beijing with partly cloudy. It feels like 96°F. Today runs from 77°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 92%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.4/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Beijing is April, May, June and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
The closest major airport is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), about 16 mi away. Nearby highlights include Forbidden City, Great Wall of China, Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and The Great Wall.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Beijing today at 8.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 39°54′15.1″N 116°24′26.6″E (39.9042, 116.4074)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Beijing?
Beijing is a city in China. Its coordinates are 39.9042, 116.4074. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Beijing right now?
It is currently 85°F (30°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 74% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
April, May, June and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Beijing, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Beijing in?
Beijing observes Asia/Shanghai (UTC+08:00). The local time is 3:01 AM.
How many people live in Beijing?
Beijing has a population of approximately 21.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Beijing?
The closest airports are Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), 16 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Beijing?
Popular options include Forbidden City, Great Wall of China, Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and The Great Wall.
What places are in Beijing?
Beijing covers 5 places in this atlas, including Beijing Capital International Airport, Forbidden City, Great Wall of China, Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and The Great Wall.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
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| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 3:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
