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Macau Weather in December

Macau moves into winter in December and there’s a drop in temperature, which varies from 14°C (57°F) to 20°C (68°F). However, in contrast with other tour destinations in the north, Macau weather is mild during daytime and cool, not freezing, in the evenings. Also, it does not rain much, about four days a month, with the monthly total precipitation about 35mm. Thanks to the comfortable climate, December is still regarded as one of the best times for travelling to Macau.

In addition, Christmas is an important holiday in Macau, and many festive celebrations will be held during this period.

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Averages for Macau Weather in December

Temperature: 17°C / 63°F

High Temperature: 20°C / 68°F

Low Temperature: 14°C / 57°F

Humidity: --

Rainfall: 35 mm

Rainy Days: 4 days

Sunrise: 06:48 ~ 07:05

Sunset: 17:41 ~ 17:53

What to Wear in Macau in December

Since Macau climate in December can get a little cool, visitors should have available a trench coat or thin jacket for cold nights, and long-sleeve T-shirts plus jeans for the warmer, sunny daytime.

Things to Do in Macau in December

Christmas is an important holiday in Macau. At Christmas, there will be plenty of festive celebrations, such as Christmas displays around Senado Square and the Macau Christmas market at Praca Do Tap Seac (Macau Tower Stone Plaza). When night falls, visitors could watch stunning Christmas night scenes. Moreover, in order to welcome Christmas, many shopping malls offer big discounts, particularly for luxury items, Chinese antiques or jewelry.

In addition, as a special administrative region of China, Macau celebrates Special Administrative Region Establishment Day on Dec. 20, when several memorial activities are organized.

Christmas Discount Season

The Ruins of St. Paul's

Senado Square

Christmas Celebrations

Other Tips

In consideration of the cool and dry weather, it’s better to pack some basic medicines for cold and sore throat. Effective preventative measures are to drink warm water in a timely manner, and wear appropriate clothing to suit Macau’s weather in December.

What is the temperature in Macau in December?

High/Low Temperatures of Macau in December

Historical Macau Weather in December

Dec	Temperature		Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
Dec	High	Low	Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
1	22°C / 71.6°F	16°C / 60.8°F	06:48 / 17:41	59
2	24°C / 75.2°F	18°C / 64.4°F	06:49 / 17:41	61
3	24°C / 75.2°F	18°C / 64.4°F	06:50 / 17:42	55
4	23°C / 73.4°F	17°C / 62.6°F	06:50 / 17:42	55
5	20°C / 68°F	17°C / 62.6°F	06:51 / 17:42	56
6	23°C / 73.4°F	17°C / 62.6°F	06:52 / 17:42	60
7	22°C / 71.6°F	16°C / 60.8°F	06:52 / 17:42	57
8	20°C / 68°F	13°C / 55.4°F	06:53 / 17:43	41
9	20°C / 68°F	13°C / 55.4°F	06:54 / 17:43	30
10	21°C / 69.8°F	15°C / 59°F	06:54 / 17:43	33
11	20°C / 68°F	16°C / 60.8°F	06:55 / 17:43	39
12	21°C / 69.8°F	16°C / 60.8°F	06:55 / 17:44	55
13	20°C / 68°F	17°C / 62.6°F	06:56 / 17:44	73
14	21°C / 69.8°F	17°C / 62.6°F	06:57 / 17:44	66
15	21°C / 69.8°F	13°C / 55.4°F	06:57 / 17:45	67
16	17°C / 62.6°F	10°C / 50°F	06:58 / 17:45	63
17	14°C / 57.2°F	9°C / 48.2°F	06:58 / 17:46	45
18	16°C / 60.8°F	10°C / 50°F	06:59 / 17:46	32
19	18°C / 64.4°F	10°C / 50°F	06:59 / 17:46	36
20	18°C / 64.4°F	12°C / 53.6°F	07:00 / 17:47	35
21	18°C / 64.4°F	13°C / 55.4°F	07:01 / 17:47	32
22	20°C / 68°F	16°C / 60.8°F	07:01 / 17:48	51
23	21°C / 69.8°F	16°C / 60.8°F	07:02 / 17:48	68
24	21°C / 69.8°F	14°C / 57.2°F	07:02 / 17:49	51
25	21°C / 69.8°F	14°C / 57.2°F	07:02 / 17:49	41
26	22°C / 71.6°F	18°C / 64.4°F	07:03 / 17:50	49
27	22°C / 71.6°F	17°C / 62.6°F	07:03 / 17:51	65
28	21°C / 69.8°F	17°C / 62.6°F	07:04 / 17:51	69
29	22°C / 71.6°F	17°C / 62.6°F	07:04 / 17:52	64
30	22°C / 71.6°F	14°C / 57.2°F	07:05/ 17:52	66
31	21°C / 69.8°F	15°C / 59°F	07:05/ 17:53	52