May · China
Best time to visit Macau in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Macau in May
Average temperature 25°C, 281 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
4.0/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 281 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Macau scores 4.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 281 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Portuguese squares meeting neon casino towers under comfortable January-March weather.
May in Macau — the hardest end of the year
At 25°C (77°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 281 mm, but with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Macau — 5.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Macau in May?
- In May, Macau averages 25°C, 281 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Macau?
- May earns a 4.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Macau in May?
- Expect about 281 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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