🇭🇰 Hong Kong vs Macau 🇲🇴

Hong Kong, Hong Kong vs Macau, Macau — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Hong Kong is drier, with roughly 111 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇭🇰 Hong Kong🇲🇴 Macau
Avg annual high25°C25°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)July (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (14°C low)January (14°C low)
Rainy days / year135246
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMarch, November, DecemberJanuary, November, December

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

Best around March, November, December. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (14°C).

🇲🇴 Macau

Best around January, November, December. Hottest in July (30°C), coldest lows in January (14°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hong Kong or Macau warmer?

Hong Kong and Macau have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Hong Kong or Macau?

Macau is rainier — Hong Kong sees about 111 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Hong Kong vs Macau?

Hong Kong is best around March, November, December; Macau is best around January, November, December.

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