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Hong Kong Climate Information

Hong Kong Weather

Hong Kong has a monsoon-influenced sub-tropical climate, being mild for nearly half the year, with mild, relatively dry winters and hot, humid, and wet summers. The annual rainfall ranges from less than 1,000 millimeters (51 inches) to more than 3,000 millimeters (118 inches), with an average of 2,383 millimeters (94 inches). About 80 percent of the annual precipitation falls between May and September. The wettest month is August, when rain occurs about four days out of seven and the average monthly rainfall is 445 millimeters (18 inches). The driest month is January, when the monthly average is only 25 millimeters (1 inch) and rain falls only about six days a month.

Hong Kong is a mountainous area, with temperatures significantly lower and rainfall significantly greater in the mountains compared with the low-lying city areas. Bear this in mind if you go mountain walking. At its coolest (mid-December to February), the temperature may fall to 10 °C (50 °F); at its warmest (late May to mid-September), it averages 28 °C (82 °F), but may reach 33 °C (91 °F). From May to September there are occasional typhoons and thunderstorms. When typhoons approach, warnings are broadcast on TV and radio. Hong Kong is an all-year-round destination. The most popular time to visit is from the middle of September to the end of February, when the weather is cooler. See our Hong Kong Tour Packages and choose your time of travel.

Hong Kong Spring Weather

Spring

Spring is from March to May, when the weather is very pleasant, but with occasional spells of high humidity. Fog and rainfall can be particularly troublesome. In spring, the weather is very changeable with wonderfully warm days of sunny weather accompanied by downfalls and rainstorms. Spring is the cloudiest time of the year, with an average of only about 100 hours of sunshine in each month.

Summer

Summer is from May to September. It is very hot and humid with a constant threat of showers, thunderstorms and typhoons. Umbrella, summer clothes and sun protection should be prepared. It is very common for the temperature to exceed 31 °C (87 °F).

Autumn

Autumn is from October to early December. Along with winter, it is the best time to visit Hong Kong, with very pleasant clear and sunny days, and few (4–8) rainy days. It is very comfortable for outdoor activities or strolls. Summer clothes will still do, but it is advised to bring jackets or sweaters for evenings and early mornings, especially towards the end of the season.

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Winter

Winter is from mid-December to February. Along with autumn, this is the best time for being outdoors in Hong Kong, with the bustling holiday season and pleasant mild winter weather. Sweaters are needed for most days and occasional chills make coats necessary. It doesn’t snow in Hong Kong and frost is very rare. Read our guide on where to travel in winter.

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Hong Kong Climate Information by Month

Hong Kong Average Climate by Month

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High (ºC) 23.42 24.54 27.11 29.69 31.92 32.98 33.33 33.33 32.94 30.84 27.98 24.75
Low (ºC) 8.14 8.28 11.18 15.31 20.04 22.65 23.55 23.66 22.31 18.49 13.24 9.27
 
High (ºF) 46.65 46.9 52.13 59.57 68.06 72.77 74.39 74.58 72.17 65.29 55.83 48.68
Low (ºF) 46.65 46.9 52.13 59.57 68.06 72.77 74.39 74.58 72.17 65.29 55.83 48.68

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Customer’s questions about this page
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Will be traveling to Hong Kong from Malaysia on 1st Feb 2012 till 7th Feb 2012. Came back from a holiday in Shanghai last month and therefore not keen to wear winter gear (again!). Are sweaters and jeans (without long johns) sufficient ?
Asked by rebecca (Jan. 05, 2012) Reply
A Sammi Dai (Jan. 06, 2012) replied:
Thanks for your kind inquiry.

we only have weather report for next 7 days.

It is hard to say how cold it will be in Feb.

You can bring long johns with you for HongKong.

Have a nice trip.

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Hi! Me and my husband are coming to Hong Kong 18.2-25.2 for 7 nights. I have been looking the weather information from various internet-sites and some say it usually it's about 12-20 degrees and some of the sites say it can be over 20 degrees and when I looked out last years records it has been ov...
Asked by niina silfsten (Jan. 01, 2012) Reply
A Lee Li (Jan. 01, 2012) replied:
Dear Niina,

Yes, it can be over 25 degree. It is very hard to detemine now.

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Hello, we are going to Hongkong this week from Jan 5 up to Jan 8, 2012, pls let us know the weather on that specific date in order that we can bring the proper clothes for our convenience. thanks a lot.
Asked by ada garcia (Jan. 01, 2012) Reply
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Hi, We are going to hongkong on Jan. 5 up to Jan 8, 2012, pls let us know the weather on that specific date so that we can bring the proper clothes to wear. thanks a lot
Asked by ada (Jan. 01, 2012) Reply
A Lee Li (Jan. 01, 2012) replied:
Hello Ada,

It will be sunny on these days in Hong Kong. The temperature will be around 15~19 census degree.

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Hi this is mojtaba.I hve a question.please tell me that can i travel to another sities of China with Hong kong visa?
Asked by mojtaba (Dec. 12, 2011) Reply
A Coco Yang (Dec. 12, 2011) replied:
Hi Mojtaba,

All visitors traveling to mainland China, whether for business or pleasure, require a visa. No Visa is required prior to enter Hong Kong, a Visa will be issued upon arrival. If you travel beyond Hong Kong, even for a few hours, you will need a China visa to enter China.

You can apply a China visa in Hong Kong also, see more here: http://www.chinahighlights.com/faq/travel-tips/visa-passport/#q1371

Regards,

Coco

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Hello, I'm Kelly from Singapore. Intend to plan a vacation to Hong Kong on next year Oct. Normally, how the weather on Oct? Thanks!
Asked by Kelly Lau (Dec. 06, 2011) Reply
A Coco Yang (Dec. 07, 2011) replied:
Hi Kelly,

October is one of the highest season for China and Hong Kong tour, because ot its good weather, not too hot or cold.

Do you need us to help your Hong Kong tour?

Regards,

Coco

A guest (Dec. 07, 2011) replied:
Hi Coco,

Received your reply with thanks! I''m interested on Hong Kong hotel rates. Are you from travel agency or...? I will be traveling to Hong Kong on Next year Oct.

Regards,

Kelly

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hello, i'm a holder of indonesian passport and i'm planning to go to honkong on january 2012, do i need a visa to enter hk? thanks!
Asked by vivi (Nov. 19, 2011) Reply
A Lussie Lu (Nov. 19, 2011) replied:
Dear Vivi,

You can enjoy visa-free access to Hong Kong for 30 days at most. Please check the details on our website. Click here:http://www.chinahighlights.com/hong-kong/visa.htm

If you have any other questions about applying for a visa, i suggest you ask the Chinese Embassy in your country.

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Hi, Is it difficult to find halal food in HK?
Asked by mimie1678 (Oct. 25, 2011) Reply
A lisa (Oct. 25, 2011) replied:
Hi mimie,

Hong Kong includes a wide range of halal food. Muslim visitors will have no difficulty in finding halal food. There are some recommended halal restaurants:

1)Hong Kong Muslim Kitchen(回教美食馆)

Address: G/F, 23 Lung Kong Road, Kowloon City, Kowloon

(九龙九龙城龙岗道23号地下)

2)Islamic Centre Canteen (伊斯兰中心餐厅)

Address: 5th floor, Masjid Ammar and Osman Ramju Sadick Islamic Centre, No.40, Oi Kwan Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong (香港湾仔爱群道40号林士德伊斯兰中心5楼)

3)Habibi Restaurant

Address: 1/F, Grand Progress Bldg, 15-16 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong (香港中环兰桂芳15-16号协兴大厦1楼)

4)Himalaya Restaurant

Address: Unit A, 1/F, 22-30 Tai Wong East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong (香港湾仔大王东街22-30号1楼A)

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my and my mother will go to hongkong by February 26-29 2012, i would like to ask what is the proper clothes that we can wear.this is our first travel in hongkong.
Asked by hanna olaes (Oct. 22, 2011) Reply
A Lussie Lu (Oct. 22, 2011) replied:
Dear Hanna Olaes,

Based on the former data, the temperature will be 15-20°C. It'll be warm. You can take a coat and thin sweater with you. Here is an useful website for checking the weather before leaving for Hong Kong. Click here:http://www.weather.com.cn/en/weather/101320101.shtml

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hi....i'm going to hong kong on 5th of april 2012....what is the temperature there?
Asked by Carsten (Jun. 16, 2011) Reply
A Nero Hou (Jun. 20, 2011) replied:
Hi Carsten

Our travel advisor Lussie Lu(http://www.chinahighlights.com/community/user/21125/) had contacted you.

Thanks for your support.

A Lussie Lu (Jun. 21, 2011) replied:
Dear Carsten,

Based on the former data, the temperture in the early of April, it's about 19-25°C, it's comfortable for travelling. You also can check the new information on this website before leaving to Hong Kong. Please click here:http://www.weather.com.cn/en/weather/101320101.shtml

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