Average Monthly Sunshine in Macau

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Macau receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Macau varies. It peaks at 211 hours in July and drops to 73 hours in March. The total annual amount of sun is 1753 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.0 hours, March marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Macau’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Macau enjoys an average of 1753 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

August, Macau’s wettest month, receives 261 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 21°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Precipitation page.