Macau Weather in April 2026: what to expect (7.5/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in April

April falls in the wet season in Macau. Showers are often brief but intense. With 50.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if October (8.1/10) remains theoretically better.

April ranks 4 out of 12 months in Macau. Compared to March: +3°C daytime, 12 pts more rainy days, +0.8h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in April

UV index

8 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

muggy at times

21°

Sea

28°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

12.5h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 37

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Is April the right month?

The best month in Macau is October (8.1/10), 0.6 pt higher than April.

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Context

Our verdict

Macau, former Portuguese colony (1557-1999), Special Administrative Region of China since 1999: 690,000 inhabitants over 33 km², 4th highest population density in the world. World capital of gambling (casino revenues 7x higher than Las Vegas pre-Covid).

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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · China

🗣️LanguageMandarin

💶CurrencyYuan renminbi (¥)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthJune · 30°C

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 20°C

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 88%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr

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Other destinations in April

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Location

Where is Macau ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

China

Tropical climate with a 8.1 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

22.20°N · 113.54°E

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Macau?

October is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 6.2h of sunshine and 38.0% rainy days. The months of October & November offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Macau get in October?

Macau averages 6.2 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.

What is the rainiest month in Macau?

August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Macau in October?

In October, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.

Is Macau good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Macau scores 7.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 7.6/10.

When should you avoid Macau?

August is the most difficult month to visit Macau, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Can you swim in Macau in April?

In April, the sea averages 28°C in Macau: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Macau in April?

The average UV index reaches 8 in April in Macau (high), with about 12.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.