Hong Kong Weather in May

Hong Kong May Scenery

Weather: Summer begins, with rainfall increasing greatly, and warm weather turning hot. About half of the month is rainy and wet, and May is also the start of the typhoon season. The average low and high temperatures are 24 °C (75 °F) and 31 °C (87 °F).

Clothing: Wear summer clothes, such as shorts, shirts, and skirts. Bring a thin sweater or cardigan to cope with the occasional cool day.

Hong Kong Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data

Date Average High Average Low
May 1 88 °F 31.11 °C 64 °F 17.78 °C
May 2 88 °F 31.11 °C 64 °F 17.78 °C
May 3 88 °F 31.11 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
May 4 88 °F 31.11 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
May 5 88 °F 31.11 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
May 6 88 °F 31.11 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
May 7 89 °F 31.67 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
May 8 89 °F 31.67 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
May 9 89 °F 31.67 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
May 10 89 °F 31.67 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
May 11 89 °F 31.67 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
May 12 89 °F 31.67 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
May 13 89 °F 31.67 °C 68 °F 20 °C
May 14 89 °F 31.67 °C 68 °F 20 °C
May 15 90 °F 32.22 °C 68 °F 20 °C
May 16 90 °F 32.22 °C 68 °F 20 °C
May 17 90 °F 32.22 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
May 18 90 °F 32.22 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
May 19 90 °F 32.22 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
May 20 90 °F 32.22 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
May 21 90 °F 32.22 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
May 22 90 °F 32.22 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
May 23 90 °F 32.22 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
May 24 90 °F 32.22 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
May 25 90 °F 32.22 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
May 26 90 °F 32.22 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
May 27 90 °F 32.22 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
May 28 90 °F 32.22 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C
May 29 91 °F 32.78 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C
May 30 91 °F 32.78 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C
May 31 91 °F 32.78 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C

Hong Kong Climate Information by Month

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We have booked our trip to hongkong from22-29 may.help me to tell where to take hotel.
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Q: Chuor Keang Chou Asked on 2012-05-07 Reply
Hi!i''m going to Hong Kong and Macau on 11-16/05/2012 so i want to know about the weather in there?
Hi Chou, Summer begins in May in Hong Kong, with rainfall going up a lot, and warm weather becoming hot. About half of the month is rainy and wet, and May is also the start of the typhoon season. The average low and high temperatures are respectively 24 °C (75 °F) and 31 °C (87 °F). Wear summer clothes such as shorts, shirts and skirts. You can also prepare a thin sweater or cardigan to cope with the occasional cool day. The weather in Macau is quite similar as that in Hong Kong. Regards, Coco Coco Yang Replied on 2012-05-07
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hiii i want go to hong kong and macau at 23 may to 30 may i want to know wt is the weather or rain or not
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Q: May Asked on 2012-05-02 Reply
hi, im going Hong Kong on 19/5/2012 - 23/5/2012. What is the weather in there?
Dear May, Generally speaking, Hong Kong's summer begins in this months, but it still rains a lot. You may feel cool and comfortabke outside as the average temperature is about 26 °C. Summer clothes are suitable for this month. Moreover, some thin sweaters and long-sleeve shirts are also necessary to keep away from the cold, especially at night. Hope it helps. Candice Song Replied on 2012-05-03
Q: ms.pang Asked on 2011-04-08 Reply
hi i want to go hong kong at 15 to 20 may 2011 , i want to know wat is the weather they ?? or got typhoon or not ??
Dear Ms Pang, Based on the former data, from the late of May to September, it always gets typhoon. The temperature is about 20-30°C in May. It’s hot and you can wear shirt or T-shirt. The best season for travel is from October to November. It’s comfortable. You can get the newest information on this website. You can check the weather before you leave for Hong Kong. Please click here: http://www.weather.com.cn/en/weather/101320101.shtml If you need us to book a China tour, a hotel or transfer service, please feel free to contact me directly. My e-mail address is lussie@chinahighlights.com I am glad to serve you. Lussie Lu Replied on 2011-04-10