Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Macau in July
Macau's warmest month brings highs averaging 85°F (29°C), lows of 83°F (28°C) and about 8.5 in (216 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 45/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 83°F (28°C)
- Rain
- 8.5 in (216 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 83°F (28°C).
Humidity averages 84%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 8.5 in (216 mm) across the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are October – February.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort improves from 40/100 in June to 45/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes8.5 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Macau in July
With 8.5 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Senado Square
Wave-patterned square lined with pastel colonial buildings and St. Dominic's Church.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 8.5 in of rain.
Monte Fort and Macao Museum
Hilltop fort with cannons and a museum on the city's East-West history.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in July.
Restaurante Litoral
Long-running Macanese restaurant serving African chicken and minchi.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.5 in of rain.
Lord Stow's Bakery
Coloane bakery that made the Portuguese-style egg tart famous in Macau.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Taipa Village
Old lanes of Rua do Cunha with snack shops, Portuguese houses and the Taipa Houses Museum.
Nearby in July
- Lantau Island in July~26 mi · highs 84°F, 7.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in July~40 mi · highs 87°F, 7.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Macau in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Macau?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 45/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are October – February. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 8.5 in (216 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Macau in July?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 83°F (28°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Macau in July?
Yes: about 8.5 in (216 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.0 in (1600 mm).
What should I pack for Macau in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (8.5 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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