Macau weather in May (Macao)

Curious about the May weather in Macau? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Macau generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Macau in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 224 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 137 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, 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 May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 224 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
SunshineSunshine 137 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Macao in May

Find out more about the weather in Macao in May 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 May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 27°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 May.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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.