Month guide · Macau · China
Macau in September
What September is really like in Macau: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
September is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Still hot with typhoon risk, but the fireworks contest lights up the Macau Tower waterfront on several nights.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Macau: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 26°C (79°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 30 days. Compared with August (32°C (90°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs drop to around 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:12
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:29
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Autumn (September–November). Still hot in September, then dry and sunny; fireworks, the music festival and the Grand Prix fill the calendar.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 3 for crowds (the peak is February at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in February). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in September
- Macao International Fireworks Display Contest (usually September to early October)
- Mid-Autumn Festival (September or early October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Barra and the Inner Harbour
A-Ma Temple
Visit early in the morning, when worshippers light incense and the coach tours have not yet arrived.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Free
- Iconic
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Nam Van and the peninsula casinos
Macau Tower
The 338-metre tower has indoor and outdoor observation decks with views over the peninsula, the bridges to Taipa and the Pearl River Delta.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- Active
- After dark
- Iconic
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Historic site · Guia Hill
Guia Fortress and Lighthouse
Ride the small cable car from Flora Garden up, then walk down through the shaded hillside paths.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Views
- Free
- Off the beaten path
Neighbourhood · Taipa Village
Taipa Village and the Taipa Houses
Rua do Cunha's snack shops and bakeries lead to quieter lanes, the Pak Tai Temple and Our Lady of Carmel Church.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Food
- Free
- Architecture
- Couples
- Photo spot
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Macau.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 25°C and 13 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Macau?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, October–December are better overall. Compare every month.
Macau in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Macau?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Still hot with typhoon risk, but the fireworks contest lights up the Macau Tower waterfront on several nights.
+How warm is Macau in September?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Macau in September?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.