Macao
Plan a visit or move to Macao with current conditions, practical signals, maps, local people, and sourced context.
Check visit & living safetyUpdated Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Macao month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Macao are typically March, November and December, with average daytime highs around 21–25°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 31°C), January the coldest (average low 13°C), and August the wettest (about 400 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.5 | 13.4 | 39 | 7.8 |
| February | 20.2 | 14.1 | 51 | 7.5 |
| March | 23.0 | 17.7 | 82 | 7.4 |
| April | 25.9 | 21.1 | 155 | 8.3 |
| May | 28.3 | 24.3 | 223 | 8.9 |
| June | 29.9 | 26.3 | 317 | 9.1 |
| July | 30.8 | 26.7 | 262 | 10.4 |
| August | 30.3 | 26.2 | 400 | 8.7 |
| September | 30.0 | 25.4 | 306 | 9.1 |
| October | 27.6 | 22.5 | 157 | 8.7 |
| November | 24.6 | 18.9 | 60 | 8.0 |
| December | 20.5 | 14.0 | 19 | 8.2 |
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People and places shaping Macao
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Research updated Sunday, September 13, 2026Past and future events in Macao
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Previously
- Documented history · 1152
In 1152, during the Song dynasty (960–1279 AD), it was under the jurisdiction of the new Xiangshan County.
- Documented history · 1277
In 1277, approximately 50,000 refugees fleeing the Mongol conquest of China settled in the coastal area.
- Documented history · 1513
The first European visitor to reach China by sea was the explorer Jorge Álvares, who arrived in 1513.
- Documented history · 1521
Military clashes between the Ming and Portuguese navies followed the expulsion of the Tamão traders in 1521.
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01 · OverviewMacao, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Macao took shape
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03 · GovernmentGovernment and public life in Macao
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04 · EconomyWork and the economy in Macao
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05 · CultureCulture and creative life in Macao
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06 · TravelTravelling through Macao
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Macao
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Macao
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Frequently Asked Questions about Macao
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01 · Q&AWhat is the capital city and population of Macao?
The capital of Macao is Macau, and the total national population is estimated at 631,636.
02 · Q&AWhere is Macao located and what is its total area?
Macao is located in Asia, spanning an area of approximately 254 km².
03 · Q&AWhat currency and languages are spoken in Macao?
The official currency is Pataca (MOP) and the recognized languages include zh, zh-MO, pt.
04 · Q&AWhat are the major cities and regions in Macao?
Prominent cities and cultural hubs mapped across Macao include Macau, Taipa, Sé, Luhuan, Zhuojiacun.
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