January 17 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Macau. With minimal rain risk (9%) and pleasant highs of 19°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Macau, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Macau
Currency
CNY
¥ Chinese yuan
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
Connect
Macau's international dialing prefix is8...
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.01
Macau Weather Forecast for January 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.1°C. 9% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Macau in January
Based on historical data for January 17, Macau typically experiences temperatures between 13.5°C and 19.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (9% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Macau
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
19.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
9%
Avg 0.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
51%
Overcast
Pressure
1020 hPa
Low volatility
Macau Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.1°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in China
Flight Traffic
High
93/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~78
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Macau
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:08
☀️ Noon
12:36
🌇 Sunset
18:04
⏱️ Daylight
10h 56m
Wind Speed
19.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
Travel Intelligence
Exclusive flight analytics & health data for Macau
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Travel Health & Safety in Macau
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Typhoon Risk
Year-round risk present
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Macau on January 17 averages 19.1°C with a 9% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Macau Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Macau Worth Visiting on January 17?
Planning a trip to Macau on January 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 19.1°C with a 9% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 78 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for China, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 17.7°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.61m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.9°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 9.6°C in 2023.