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Best time to visit Macau: month by month
Short answer
October to December is the best time: dry and comfortable, with highs of about 20-26°C and clear skies; the Macau Grand Prix in mid-November fills hotels. March and April are mild but often misty, while May to September is hot (about 30-33°C), humid and rainy, with typhoons possible from July to September.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19°C | 13°C | 3 | medium |
| Feb | 19°C | 14°C | 6 | very high |
| Mar | 23°C | 18°C | 12 | medium |
| Apr | 25°C | 21°C | 15 | medium |
| May | 28°C | 24°C | 19 | high |
| Jun | 29°C | 26°C | 26 | low |
| Jul | 31°C | 27°C | 21 | medium |
| Aug | 30°C | 26°C | 27 | medium |
| Sep | 30°C | 26°C | 23 | low |
| Oct | 27°C | 22°C | 13 | very high |
| Nov | 24°C | 19°C | 8 | high |
| Dec | 20°C | 13°C | 5 | high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Mild and humid, highs rising from about 20°C to 28°C, with frequent mist and drizzle, and heavier rain from May.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Hot, humid and rainy, with highs of about 30-33°C, heavy downpours and typhoon risk from July.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September is still hot with typhoon risk; October and November are dry and pleasant, about 24-28°C, the best season.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cool and dry, with highs of about 17-20°C and chilly, damp evenings; Chinese New Year brings huge crowds.
Events worth planning around
- Macau Grand Prix, mid-November
- Chinese New Year, January or February
- Macao International Fireworks Display Contest, usually in September and October
- Macao International Music Festival, usually in October and November
When to avoid
Avoid Chinese New Year and the early-October Golden Week, when mainland visitors pack the centre, and keep plans flexible in typhoon season (July to September).
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Macau?
October to December, when it is dry and mild (about 20-26°C).
When is the Macau Grand Prix?
In mid-November; hotels fill and prices rise, so book early or avoid that weekend.
Is Macau worth visiting in summer?
Yes, but it is hot and humid (about 30-33°C), with heavy rain and typhoon risk; plan indoor sights for the afternoons.