Macau Macau Weather in September — Climate Guide
September in Macau is Moderate
September is Moderate for Macau.
September marks Macau's transition from summer peak toward autumn comfort — 31°C / 88°F still hot, but 80% humidity slightly cooler than July-August's 84%. Late typhoon season risk continues through mid-month (T1-T8 signals possible) then declines sharply by the last week. Macau International Fireworks Display Contest continues into September (3-4 Saturday evenings, free public viewing from Praia Grande / Sai Van Lake waterfront). Mid-Autumn Festival (movable mid-to-late September, Chinese national holiday + 3-day weekend) brings mainland Chinese tourist mini-surge — hotels 50-80% premium for that 3-4 day window. Cotai casino walking remains comfortable all day (indoor air-conditioned). Outdoor heritage walking realistic 06:30-10:00 morning window. The September trade-off: still hot + humid + late typhoon risk, but Korean / Japanese summer demand has tailed off (hotel rates begin declining 15-20% from August peak), and the autumn-arriving cooler-evening trend (25°C / 77°F nightly lows vs August's 26°C / 79°F) makes evening Cotai walking + Senado Square at sunset more comfortable. Target late September (post-Mid-Autumn Festival) for the value sweet spot — same shoulder-season hotel rates as June + Cotai not yet crowded by October Golden Week.
Travel score
Late summer transition — typhoon risk declining, hotels recovering from peak, last shoulder month
September Weather at a Glance
September averages 31°C / 88°F highs and 25°C / 77°F lows with 230mm rainfall across 13 expected rain days. Humidity 80% (cooler than August's 84%). Sunshine 7 hours. UV index 10 (very high — declining from peak). Sea temperature 28°C / 82°F. Sunrise 6:30 AM, sunset 6:35 PM — 12h 05m daylight (returning to autumn pattern). The defining September pattern is the late-typhoon-season cycle: 4-5 days normal heat-humidity-afternoon-storms, then occasional late tropical disturbance approaches, peaks at T3-T8 signal possible through mid-month, declines after Sep 20.
September Travel Advice
Target late September (post-Mid-Autumn Festival) for the value sweet spot — same shoulder-season hotel rates as June + reduced typhoon risk + Cotai not yet crowded. Outdoor heritage walking 06:30-10:00 morning window. Cotai casino walking comfortable all day. House of Dancing Water indoor weather-independent. Macau International Fireworks Display Contest Saturday evenings — canonical free viewing along Praia Grande / Sai Van Lake waterfront, arrive 18:30 for the 20:30 first display. Hong Kong day trip via 1h Cotai Jet ferry between typhoons. Build 1-2 days typhoon flexibility into a 1-week itinerary. Travel insurance with typhoon coverage recommended ($30-80/week). Avoid Mid-Autumn Festival weekend (movable mid-to-late September, check the lunar calendar) — mainland Chinese tourist surge, hotels 50-80% premium for that 3-4 day window.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean / Japanese summer holiday tail — demand declining 15-20% from August peak. Korean ICN-MFM direct (KE / Air Macau) modest. Japanese NRT/HND-HKG-MFM via ferry. Western Labor Day weekend (US, early September) drives modest demand via HKG-MFM ferry. Australian / NZ winter travel continuing. Visa-free 30 days for Korean / Japanese / EU / US / UK / Australian / NZ. The 240-hour China transit visa-free for Korean / Japanese / EU detour to Zhuhai available year-round.
September Pricing Trends
Shoulder-season pricing declining from August peak: The Venetian Macao $220-450/night (vs $280-600 August), Wynn Palace $350-700, MGM Cotai $260-520, Galaxy Macau $190-400, Grand Lisboa $240-480, Sofitel at Ponte 16 $170-320, Pousada de São Tiago $240-480. Mid-Autumn Festival weekend (movable mid-to-late September): 50-80% premium. Fireworks Saturday weekends: 20-30% surge. Michelin: standard. Casual: A Lorcha $20-50, Tai Lei Loi Kei $5.50, Lord Stow's $1.50. Cotai Jet ferry $30 RT. MFM free hotel shuttle. Typhoon trip insurance $30-80/week.
Macau September Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
13
230mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
Humid
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
20 km/h
Gusts 50
Sea Temp
28°C
Warm 28°C / 82°F optimal
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
September Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
20 km/h
Max gust 50 km/h
Activities Recommended for September
September Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Late typhoon risk declines sharply by month-end
- Korean / Japanese summer tail = hotels declining 15-20% from August peak
- Macau International Fireworks Display Contest (free Saturday evening cultural event)
- Sea still warm 28°C / 82°F
Cons
- Mid-Autumn Festival weekend mainland Chinese surge
- Heat-humidity combination still uncomfortable
- 230mm rainfall (1.6x October's 145mm)
- Outdoor walking impractical 11:00-17:00
September Events & Festivals
- **Late typhoon season — risk declines but still possible through mid-month**
- Mid-Autumn Festival (varies — Chinese national holiday, 3-day weekend, mainland Chinese tourist surge)
- Macau International Fireworks Display Contest continues into September (3-4 Saturday evenings)
- Korean / Japanese summer holiday tail (late-month tourist demand still elevated)
Macau in September — Full Picture
September marks Macau's transition from summer peak toward autumn comfort — 31°C / 88°F still hot, but 80% humidity slightly cooler than July-August's 84%. Late typhoon season risk continues through mid-month (T1-T8 signals possible) then declines sharply by the last week. Macau International Fireworks Display Contest continues into September (3-4 Saturday evenings, free public viewing from Praia Grande / Sai Van Lake waterfront). Mid-Autumn Festival (movable mid-to-late September, Chinese national holiday + 3-day weekend) brings mainland Chinese tourist mini-surge — hotels 50-80% premium for that 3-4 day window. Cotai casino walking remains comfortable all day (indoor air-conditioned). Outdoor heritage walking realistic 06:30-10:00 morning window. The September trade-off: still hot + humid + late typhoon risk, but Korean / Japanese summer demand has tailed off (hotel rates begin declining 15-20% from August peak), and the autumn-arriving cooler-evening trend (25°C / 77°F nightly lows vs August's 26°C / 79°F) makes evening Cotai walking + Senado Square at sunset more comfortable. Target late September (post-Mid-Autumn Festival) for the value sweet spot — same shoulder-season hotel rates as June + Cotai not yet crowded by October Golden Week.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot humid (slightly cooling) — T-shirt + shorts (smart-casual change for casinos) + lightweight clothing. The 31°C / 88°F daily highs in 80% humidity feel like 35°C / 95°F equivalent (still oppressive but slightly improved from July-August). Outdoor walking realistic only 06:30-10:00 morning window. Waterproof jacket + waterproof shoes (13 expected rain days with 230mm total — late typhoon season continues). Sunscreen SPF 50 + wide-brim hat + UV-blocking sunglasses. Smart-casual change for casinos.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
24°C
19°C
12.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31.3°C
25.7°C
16/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current27.7°C
21.7°C
7.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
17.7°C
12°C
6.3/mo
Macau Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 17° | 11° | 6d·35mm | 5h | 73% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 17° | 12° | 9d·50mm | 4h | 78% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| 20° | 15° | 11d·80mm | 4h | 82% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 24° | 19° | 12d·165mm | 4h | 85% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 28° | 23° | 14d·280mm | 5h | 87% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 25° | 15d·330mm | 5h | 87% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 26° | 16d·290mm | 8h | 84% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 26° | 17d·350mm | 7h | 84% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 25° | 13d·230mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 28° | 22° | 6d·90mm | 7h | 73% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 24° | 18° | 4d·40mm | 7h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Shoulder |
| December (Best) | 19° | 13° | 4d·35mm | 6h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is September a good time to visit Macau?
Macau in September is Moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Macau in September?
Macau September averages a high of 31°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Macau in September?
Macau September averages 230mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Macau in September?
Hot humid (slightly cooling) — T-shirt + shorts (smart-casual change for casinos) + lightweight clothing. The 31°C / 88°F daily highs in 80% humidity feel like 35°C / 95°F equivalent (still oppressive but slightly improved from July-August). Outdoor walking realistic only 06:30-10:00 morning window. Waterproof jacket + waterproof shoes (13 expected rain days with 230mm total — late typhoon season continues). Sunscreen SPF 50 + wide-brim hat + UV-blocking sunglasses. Smart-casual change for casinos.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Macau in September?
Macau September sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 18:35, with 12h 05m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Macau in September?
Macau September air quality (AQI) averages 55, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Macau in September?
In September, Macau is great for Macau International Fireworks Display Contest Saturday evenings (free), Indoor Cotai casinos all day, Senado Square + Ruins of St. Paul's morning (06:30-10:00).
Is September peak season in Macau?
Macau September crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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