Best Time to Visit Macau, Macau, Macao
Macau is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Macau for sunny, dry weather is November–February — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15.1°C / 59.2°F in January to 28.9°C / 84°F in July, with rainfall from 29 mm / 1.1 in (January) to 344 mm / 13.5 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Macau, Macau, Macao's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Macau's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.1°C59.2°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 15.7°C60.3°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 20.7°C69.3°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16.8°C62.2°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Macau?
The best time to visit Macau for sunny, dry weather is January, February, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.9°C / 84°F, and the driest is January with about 29 mm / 1.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Macau's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Macau?
The rainy season at Macau, Macau runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 187 mm / 7.4 in. The wettest single month is August (344 mm / 13.5 in).
What is the driest month in Macau?
The driest month in Macau is January, averaging about 29 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.1°C / 59.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Macau?
The least comfortable months for travel to Macau — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 344 mm / 13.5 in in August, and the coldest month averages 15.1°C / 59.2°F.
Is Macau climate different from Macao overall?
Yes, usually. Our Macau figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Macao figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Macau specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.