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Macau weather in December (Macao)

How is the weather in Macau in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Macau, December is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 21°C, while night temperatures can drop to 16°C.

Macau in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 162 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Macau. January, February, March, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Macau climate page with graphs.

 

Macau, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 17%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
SunshineSunshine 162 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Macao in December

Find out more about the weather in Macao in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Macau in December?

For visitors traveling to Macau, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 21°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Macau.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Macao? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Macao. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.