Macau in August: a seasonal travel plan
Macau, Macao. In august, the average daytime high is 29.9 °C and the night-time low is 28.8 °C. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
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Weather at a glance
- Daytime high
- 29.9 °C
- Nighttime low
- 28.8 °C
- Monthly precipitation
- 374.5 mm
- Days with at least 1 mm
- 26.3
- Daylight
- 12.9 h
2015–2024 averages. Daytime temperature is the average daily maximum; nighttime temperature is the average daily minimum.
Early, middle and late month
| Period | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Days with at least 1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1–10 | 30.2 | 29.1 | 7.8 |
| Days 11–20 | 29.6 | 28.7 | 9.1 |
| From day 21 | 29.9 | 28.6 | 9.4 |
What this month is like
Macau, Macao. In august, the average daytime high is 29.9 °C and the night-time low is 28.8 °C. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
There are 26.3 wet days on average, with about 374.5 mm of precipitation. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
How to plan the day
Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
Average daylight is 12.9 hours, so put longer routes in the brighter part of the day.
What to pack
Pack light clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for the evening. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
Precipitation and an alternative plan
Precipitation is frequent. Keep several indoor activities in your plans and fit longer walks between them.
What to pack
Light breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle will be useful. Add a waterproof outer layer and shoes that dry quickly.
Compared with neighbouring months
Average daytime high: previous month — 30.1 °C, August — 29.9 °C, next month — 29.6 °C. Days with at least 1 mm of precipitation: 21.8, 26.3 and 20.5.
Things to do
Macau lives where Portuguese and Chinese traditions meet: baroque churches and temples share narrow streets, and the Cotai strip of casinos and hotels has grown across the water. The peninsula is walkable, while Taipa, Cotai and Coloane connect by bridges and light rail.
Historic centre
Senado Square is paved in wave-patterned stone and lined with arcades of pharmacies and cake shops. Walk from there past St Dominic's Church to the ruins of St Paul's, then climb to Mount Fortress and the Macau Museum, which looks over the whole peninsula.
A-Ma Temple
A-Ma Temple at the foot of Barra Hill is the oldest in the city, with stone gates and incense burners in its courtyards. The waterfront path from there leads back towards Senado Square.
Taipa and Portuguese tarts
Taipa Village keeps low houses and shops along Rua do Cunha, selling almond cookies and egg tarts. Follow the lanes to Tin Hau Temple and have lunch in one of the small local eateries.
Where to stay
Macau Peninsula
The peninsula works for a first look at the city: historic squares, temples and markets sit close together. Hotels cost less than on Cotai, and the waterfront is an easy evening walk.
Cotai
Cotai is the strip of casinos and large hotels with shows and restaurants, joined to Taipa. Everything runs around the clock, though the district is built for entertainment rather than for wandering the old town.
Coloane
Coloane remains the quietest part, with beaches, fishing villages and green hills away from the casinos. It takes longer to reach, but evenings are still and the air feels fresher than on Cotai.
Getting there and around
Macau Airport sits on Taipa, with light rail to Cotai and buses or taxis over the bridges to the peninsula. Ferries from Hong Kong arrive at the Outer Harbour and Taipa terminals, and the Zhuhai border crossing at Portas do Cerco enters on foot. Inside the city the light rail links Taipa and Cotai, while the old centre is easier to cover on foot.
Three days in Macau
Historic centre
Begin at Senado Square, walk to St Dominic's Church and the ruins of St Paul's. Climb Mount Fortress during the day and return to the square in the evening for the lights.
Taipa and Cotai
Wander Taipa Village, try the egg tarts and visit Tin Hau Temple. After lunch cross to Cotai on the light rail, where free shuttle buses link the hotels, for an evening show or dinner.
Coloane and the south
Head to Hac Sa Beach on Coloane, where a café terrace looks over calm water, and follow the trail past the village. On the way back stop at A-Ma Temple and finish on the Barra waterfront.
Weather throughout the year
| Month | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Precipitation, mm | Days with at least 1 mm | Daylight, h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.8 | 16.7 | 66.4 | 5.7 | 10.9 |
| February | 19.2 | 17.3 | 75.6 | 6.7 | 11.4 |
| March | 21.6 | 20.0 | 151.0 | 13.1 | 12.0 |
| April | 24.2 | 22.9 | 163.8 | 14.5 | 12.7 |
| May | 27.2 | 26.1 | 381.6 | 21.8 | 13.2 |
| June | 29.4 | 28.6 | 330.1 | 24.5 | 13.5 |
| July | 30.1 | 29.1 | 274.8 | 21.8 | 13.3 |
| August | 29.9 | 28.8 | 374.5 | 26.3 | 12.9 |
| September | 29.6 | 28.2 | 282.0 | 20.5 | 12.3 |
| October | 27.4 | 25.7 | 135.1 | 9.6 | 11.7 |
| November | 24.2 | 22.4 | 64.7 | 7.1 | 11.1 |
| December | 20.2 | 17.8 | 28.9 | 2.7 | 10.8 |
Frequently asked questions
Macau: what is the temperature in August?
The average daytime high is 29.9 °C and the night-time low is 28.8 °C. Start a long walking route in the morning. Plan lunch and shaded breaks for the middle of the day.
How many days with precipitation are there in August?
On average, there are 26.3 days with at least 1 mm of precipitation; the monthly total is 374.5 mm. Precipitation is frequent. Keep several indoor activities in your plans and fit longer walks between them.
What should I pack for walks in August?
Light breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle will be useful. Add a waterproof outer layer and shoes that dry quickly.
How does the weather change from the start to the end of the month?
Average daytime highs by part of the month: 1–10 — 30.2 °C; 11–20 — 29.6 °C; 21 to month-end — 29.9 °C.
How many daylight hours are there in August?
The average is 12.9 hours. Spread walks between the morning and afternoon, then leave the evening for dinner or indoor activities.
Is Macau worth visiting in August?
The climate suits a trip if daytime temperatures around 29.9 °C and nights around 28.8 °C work for you. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
What can I do in Macau on a wet day in August?
Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag. Keep a museum, market, café or another indoor route near your accommodation.
What should I pack for Macau in August?
Pack light clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for the evening. Average daylight is 12.9 hours.