Facts checked against live data · 6 Oct 2026

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Macau in May: Weather, Crowds & What's On

What May is actually like in Macau — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.

Average high
27°C
Average low
26°C
Rainfall
355mm

Where this month sits in the year

The 6th warmest month of Macau's year. The 2nd wettest month, at 15% of the year's rain.

Public holidays in May

Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.

  • May 1, 2027 勞動節 · Labor Day
  • May 13, 2027 佛誕節 · The Buddha's Birthday

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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Taipa Village, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.

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