Zhuhai
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Zhuhai month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Zhuhai are typically March, November and December, with average daytime highs around 20–25°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 31°C), January the coldest (average low 13°C), and August the wettest (about 403 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.4 | 13.2 | 39 | 7.7 |
| February | 20.2 | 14.0 | 52 | 7.5 |
| March | 23.1 | 17.6 | 91 | 7.3 |
| April | 26.1 | 21.0 | 164 | 8.1 |
| May | 28.5 | 24.1 | 240 | 8.8 |
| June | 30.1 | 26.1 | 318 | 9.1 |
| July | 31.0 | 26.5 | 257 | 10.4 |
| August | 30.5 | 26.0 | 403 | 8.6 |
| September | 30.1 | 25.3 | 323 | 9.1 |
| October | 27.7 | 22.4 | 157 | 8.7 |
| November | 24.6 | 18.8 | 64 | 7.9 |
| December | 20.4 | 13.8 | 21 | 8.2 |
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Previously
- Wanshan Archipelago Campaign
Military campaign in 1949 and 1950 where the CCP took control of Zhuhai and forced the KMT from the region.
- 12-3 Incident
Large Red Guard protests and violent clashes with People's Liberation Army troops at the Gongbei border checkpoint in December 1966.
- Passaleão incident
Conflict in August 1849 where Portuguese troops occupied the Qing's fort Baishaling at Gongbei.
- Battle of the Barrier
Conflict on August 19, 1840 at the Macau-Xiangshan border wall at Gongbei resulting in a Qing defeat.
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- Zhuhai, China: All You Must Know Before You Go (2026) - Tripadvisor
- Your guide to a getaway in Zhuhai, China | Cathay HK
- Top 10 Things to Do in Zhuhai - TravelChinaGuide
- The Ultimate Zhuhai Travel Guide (2026): China’s Coastal Riviera
- 25 Best & Fun Things to Do in Zhuhai - The Tourist Checklist
- Wikidata structured records for Zhuhai
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01 · QuestionsQuestions about Zhuhai
Zhuhai is a city in Guangdong province, China.
It is situated on the west bank of the Pearl River estuary, adjacent to Macau.
Daily movement in Zhuhai
With a population of 2,207,090, most residents rely on a mix of road, rail and maritime links to commute.
Road travel is dominated by the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge, which provides a direct route to Hong Kong and links to the mainland highway network source. The Gongbei Port of Entry connects the city to Macau, handling thousands of cross‑border trips each day.
Within the city, a bus network and a growing light‑rail system serve the Xiangzhou district, the core urban area source. The port classification as a Medium‑Port Metropolis supports regular ferry services to nearby islands and to Hong Kong, adding a maritime option for commuters.
Because Zhuhai belongs to the Guangdong‑Hong Kong‑Macau Greater Bay Area, many workers travel to Shenzhen, Dongguan or Guangzhou by high‑speed rail, using the region’s integrated ticketing system.
All public transport operates on China Standard Time (Asia/Shanghai) and fares are paid in Chinese yuan (CNY). Official languages include Mandarin (zh‑CN) and Cantonese (yue), reflecting the city’s linguistic diversity.
02 · DistrictsDistricts and local character in Zhuhai
Neighborhoods shape daily movement in Zhuhai
Zhuhai is a resort city located on the west bank of the Pearl River estuary, near Macau on the east shore of Zhongshan Island, of the central coast of southern Guangdong, China, on the southeastern edge of the Pearl River Delta. The city's name literally means "pearl sea", which originates from its location at the mouth of the Pearl River meeting the South China Sea.
The core of Zhuhai, Xiangzhou District, along with Macao are in the northeastern portion of the administrative division and are part of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area. This is the biggest built-up area in the world with more than 65,565,622 inhabitants as of the 2020 census.
Zhuhai borders Jiangmen to the west, Zhongshan to the north and Macau to the southeast, and has a bridge connecting to Hong Kong. The city was one of the original four special economic zones established in 1980, as well as one of China's premier tourist destinations, being called the Chinese Riviera.
According to a report released in 2014 by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, Zhuhai is the most liveable city in China. With a population of 2,207,090, daily movement in Zhuhai is shaped by its various neighborhoods.
03 · OverviewZhuhai, in brief
Zhuhai Overview
Zhuhai is a city in Guangdong province, China. It sits on the west bank of the Pearl River estuary where the river flows into the South China Sea.
The city borders Jiangmen to the west, Zhongshan to the north and the Special Administrative Region of Macau to the southeast, and it is linked to Hong Kong by a bridge. Its name, meaning “pearl sea,” reflects its position at the mouth of the Pearl River, a defining feature of the southeastern edge of the Pearl River Delta.
Designated as one of the original four special economic zones in 1980, Zhuhai has been promoted as a premier tourist destination, often called the Chinese Riviera. The Chinese Academy of Social Sciences reported in 2014 that it is the most liveable city in China, and it is officially classified as a Medium‑Port Metropolis.
Daily movement in Zhuhai is shaped by its integration into the Guangdong‑Hong Kong‑Macau Greater Bay Area, the world’s largest built‑up region with more than 65,565,622 inhabitants according to the 2020 census. Residents and visitors routinely cross the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge for work, education and leisure, while a steady flow of tourists travels between Zhuhai’s coastal promenades and Macau’s casinos. The city’s core, Xiangzhou District, functions as a hub for commuters who travel to Shenzhen, Guangzhou and other neighboring metropolises, facilitated by extensive rail and road networks. Linguistically, the population uses Mandarin (zh‑CN) and Cantonese (yue) alongside minority languages such as wuu, dta, ug and za.
Zhuhai’s permanent population stands at 2,207,090, reflecting rapid growth from approximately 1.51 million in 2014 to about 2.49 million by the end of 2023. The city operates on China Standard Time (Asia/Shanghai) and its official currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY).
For a comprehensive reference, see the Zhuhai article on Wikipedia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Zhuhai
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01 · Q&AWhere is Zhuhai located and what are its coordinates?
Zhuhai is situated in China at geographic coordinates 22.2769, 113.5678 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Zhuhai?
Zhuhai has a recorded population of approximately 2,207,090 and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone (CNY).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Zhuhai?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Zhuhai include zh-CN, yue, wuu, dta, ug, za, and the circulating currency is CNY.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Zhuhai?
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