Geography of Monaco
Geography of Monaco: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Monaco
Nice is 8 mi to the west, Promenade des Anglais Beach is 9 mi to the west, Marseille is 107 mi to the west and Cinque Terre National Park is 117 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 43°44′18.2″N 7°25′28.6″E (43.7384, 7.4246)
Quick facts about Monaco
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 43°44′18.2″N 7°25′28.6″E (43.7384, 7.4246) |
| Capital | Monaco |
| Population | 39.000 |
| Area | 1 sq mi |
| ISO code | MC |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | MCO |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | French |
| Calling code | +377 |
| Time zone | Europe/Monaco |
| Local time | 1:56 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Monaco is a country in Europe. Monaco is a country in Europe with its capital at Monaco. It has a population of about 39.000. The capital is Monaco.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Monaco with mainly clear. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 74°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Monaco is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 42°F.
The closest major airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), about 145 mi away. Nearby highlights include Promenade des Anglais Beach, Cinque Terre National Park, Gran Paradiso National Park and Mont Blanc.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is 4.3°F below the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Monaco today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Monaco month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55° | 42° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 57° | 44° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 46° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 65° | 51° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 57° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 80° | 67° | 1,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 85° | 71° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 85° | 71° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 77° | 63° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 71° | 58° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 61° | 48° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 57° | 43° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Monaco?
Monaco is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 43.7384, 7.4246. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Monaco right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 47% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Monaco?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Monaco, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Monaco in?
Monaco observes Europe/Monaco (UTC+02:00). The local time is 1:56 AM.
How many people live in Monaco?
Monaco has a population of approximately 39.000.
What is the nearest airport to Monaco?
The closest airports are Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 145 mi away, Zurich Airport (ZRH), 263 mi away and Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 271 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Monaco?
Popular options include Promenade des Anglais Beach, Cinque Terre National Park, Gran Paradiso National Park, Mont Blanc, Leaning Tower of Pisa and Matterhorn.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 23, 2026 at 1:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
