As a winter monsoon is currently affecting Macau’s weather, it is expected to remain cold and very dry over the next few days during the Chinese New Year (CNY) period, the Macau Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) said in a statement yesterday.
A Yellow cold weather alert was issued by the observatory yesterday morning at 6:50 a.m., which remained in effect early this morning. The temperature yesterday recorded was the lowest since 2025, dropping to just 9.4 degrees Celsius - 6 degrees lower than on Sunday morning, the observatory said.
The weather in the next few days will be cold and very dry, with today’s Lunar New Year’s Eve and tomorrow’s first day of Chinese New Year (CNY) expected to be cold and sunny, the statement said, adding that northerly winds of force 4 to 5 are anticipated, occasionally reaching force 6 with gusts, while temperatures will range between 10 and 17 degrees Celsius, with relative humidity between 20 and 55 percent.
On the second and third days of the CNY, rain is expected, with temperatures rising slightly. However, mornings and evenings will remain quite cold.
The bureau advised the public to wear warm clothing, as significant temperature differences between day and night are expected, particularly during early mornings and late evenings.
The statement also said that the chilly weather may increase the risk of hypothermia, respiratory issues, or cardiovascular diseases, especially for vulnerable groups such as the elderly, young children, pregnant women, and individuals with chronic illnesses.
Additionally, the public is reminded to ensure proper ventilation and safety when using heaters or electric blankets indoors.
This poster provided by the Macau Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) yesterday reminds residents to bundle up and stay warm in the wake of the Yellow cold weather alert.
