Geography of North Macedonia
Geography of North Macedonia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of North Macedonia
Albania is 95 mi to the south-west, Bulgaria is 108 mi to the north-east, Montenegro is 115 mi to the west and Mount Olympus is 141 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 41°59′50.3″N 21°25′40.8″E (41.9973, 21.428)
Quick facts about North Macedonia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 41°59′50.3″N 21°25′40.8″E (41.9973, 21.428) |
| Capital | Skopje |
| Population | 1.800.000 |
| Area | 9.928 sq mi |
| ISO code | MK |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | MKD |
| Currency | Macedonian denar (MKD) |
| Languages | Macedonian |
| Calling code | +389 |
| Time zone | Europe/Skopje |
| Local time | 8:55 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
North Macedonia is a country in Europe. North Macedonia is a country in Europe with its capital at Skopje. It has a population of about 1.8 million. The capital is Skopje.
Right now it is 78°F (25°C) in North Macedonia with partly cloudy. It feels like 79°F. Today runs from 77°F to 97°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit North Macedonia is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 30°F.
The closest major airport is Athens International Airport (ATH), about 311 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Olympus, Meteora and Old City of Dubrovnik.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 97°F is 5.8°F above the 91°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 North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia 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 | 42° | 30° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 35° | 1,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 59° | 41° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 47° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 53° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 89° | 65° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 92° | 68° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 91° | 67° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 81° | 61° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 67° | 50° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 40° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 33° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is North Macedonia?
North Macedonia is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 41.9973, 21.428. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in North Macedonia right now?
It is currently 78°F (25°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 52% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit North Macedonia?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in North Macedonia, which has a continental climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is North Macedonia in?
North Macedonia observes Europe/Skopje (UTC+02:00). The local time is 8:55 AM.
How many people live in North Macedonia?
North Macedonia has a population of approximately 1.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to North Macedonia?
The closest airports are Athens International Airport (ATH), 311 mi away.
What are the top things to do in North Macedonia?
Popular options include Mount Olympus, Meteora and Old City of Dubrovnik.
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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 8:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
