Macao Standard Time (MST) is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+8).

The Macanese Pataca (MOP) is the official currency in Macao. 8 Macau Patacas = 1 US dollar (Nov 21, 2023).

While the Macanese Pataca is the official currency, Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) are also widely accepted in Macao, and many businesses in Macao will display prices in both MOP and HKD.

Macao's culture is a blend of Chinese and Portuguese influences due to its history, thus, the official languages of Macao are Chinese and Portuguese. These languages reflect Macao’s unique history.

While Chinese (specifically Cantonese) is the most widely spoken language in Macao, Portuguese holds a special status and is used in official and government contexts.

Major religions: Buddhism and Taoism, Christianity, Islam and Hinduism.

Macao has a humid subtropical climate with distinct seasons. Here's an overview of the climate in Macao throughout the year:

1. Spring (March to May): ⭐️

Spring in Macao is pleasantly warm and relatively dry. Temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C (64°F to 79°F). It's a popular time for tourists to visit because of the comfortable weather.

2. Summer (June to August):

Macao experiences hot and humid summers. Temperatures can range from 27°C to 32°C (81°F to 90°F) or higher. It's also the rainy season, with occasional heavy downpours and the possibility of typhoons.

3. Autumn (September to November):

Autumn in Macao is characterized by gradually cooling temperatures and decreasing humidity. It's a pleasant time for outdoor activities, with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 30°C (75°F to 86°F).

4. Winter (December to February):

Winters in Macao are mild and relatively dry. Temperatures can range from 12°C to 20°C (54°F to 68°F). While it's not extremely cold, it's advisable to bring some warm clothing, especially for evenings.

5. Typhoon Season:

Macao can be affected by typhoons, with the typhoon season typically occurring from June to October. Typhoons can bring heavy rain, strong winds, and disruptions to travel plans.

Macao can be affected by typhoons, with the typhoon season typically occurring from June to October. Typhoons can bring heavy rain, strong winds, and disruptions to travel plans.

The international dialling code for Macao is +853. When making international calls to Macao, you would typically dial your country's exit code, followed by +853, and then the local number in Macao. For example, calling Macao from Thailand: 001 (exit code for Thailand) +853(country code) + area code + number.

The emergency hotline number for Macao is 999.