City, Macau
Macau weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Macau
Oct–Dec is dry and sunny; Mar is mild. Jun–Sep is hot, humid and typhoon-prone; Lunar New Year, Golden Week and Grand Prix weekend (Nov) are crowded.
Macau weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan18°40 mm
- Feb19°31 mm
- Mar21°85 mm
- Apr24°112 mm
- May27°247 mm
- Jun29°294 mm
- Jul29°216 mm
- Aug29°253 mm
- Sep29°195 mm
- Oct27°69 mm
- Nov24°32 mm
- Dec20°26 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C65°F | 16°C61°F | 40 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| February | 19°C66°F | 17°C63°F | 31 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| March | 21°C70°F | 19°C67°F | 85 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C74°F | 22°C72°F | 112 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C80°F | 26°C78°F | 247 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C84°F | 28°C82°F | 294 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C85°F | 28°C83°F | 216 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| August | 29°C85°F | 28°C83°F | 253 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 28°C82°F | 195 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| October | 27°C80°F | 25°C77°F | 69 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 24°C75°F | 22°C71°F | 32 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 20°C68°F | 17°C63°F | 26 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Macau?
Mar, Oct–Dec. Oct–Dec is dry and sunny; Mar is mild. Jun–Sep is hot, humid and typhoon-prone; Lunar New Year, Golden Week and Grand Prix weekend (Nov) are crowded.
When is the rainy season in Macau?
Rain peaks in June with about 294 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Macau?
August, with average highs of 29°C (85°F).
How cold does Macau get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 16°C (61°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Macao Government Tourism Office
- Macau International Airport
- Macao Light Rapid Transit
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.