Hong Kong vs Singapore: Weather & Climate Compared
On annual averages, Singapore is warmer overall, Singapore is sunnier, and Singapore has more rainy days. The monthly comparison shows when that result changes.
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Sunnier
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More rainy days
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Hong Kong vs Singapore weather right now
At this moment, Singapore is the warmer of the two by 6°F (3°C).
The warmer city depends on the month
If warmth is the deciding factor, Singapore wins: 81°F (27°C) on the annual mean against 71°F (22°C) in Hong Kong, a gap of 9.5°F (5.3°C).
For the full seasonal context behind this comparison, see the Hong Kong monthly climate guide and Singapore monthly climate guide.
Where the lead can change
- Sunshine: Singapore collects 9.7 hours of daily sun across the year; Hong Kong manages 8.5.
- Rain: umbrellas get more use in Singapore - about 293 wet days a year versus 184 in Hong Kong.
- Peak heat: Hong Kong tops out in July (84°F (29°C) highs); Singapore peaks in May (85°F (30°C)).
- Coldest nights: January lows of 54°F (12°C) in Hong Kong; January lows of 76°F (24°C) in Singapore.
When the warmer city changes
There is no seasonal flip here: Singapore holds the temperature lead in all twelve months of the year. The gap is widest in January, when Singapore's afternoons run about 19°F (11°C) ahead, and narrowest in July, when the two nearly meet.
Hong Kong vs Singapore month by month
| Month | Hong Kong high / low | Singapore high / low | Hong Kong rain days | Singapore rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64° / 54° | 83° / 76° | 6 | 23 |
| February | 66° / 56° | 85° / 76° | 7 | 17 |
| March | 71° / 62° | 86° / 78° | 13 | 23 |
| April | 75° / 67° | 85° / 78° | 16 | 26 |
| May | 80° / 73° | 85° / 79° | 22 | 28 |
| June | 83° / 77° | 85° / 79° | 27 | 26 |
| July | 84° / 78° | 85° / 79° | 26 | 23 |
| August | 84° / 77° | 84° / 78° | 26 | 24 |
| September | 83° / 76° | 85° / 78° | 21 | 22 |
| October | 79° / 71° | 85° / 78° | 11 | 26 |
| November | 74° / 65° | 84° / 77° | 6 | 28 |
| December | 66° / 56° | 84° / 77° | 4 | 28 |
Three-month seasons compared
| Months | Hong Kong high / low | Singapore high / low | Hong Kong rain days | Singapore rain days | Hong Kong sun | Singapore sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December - February | 65° / 55° | 84° / 76° | 17 | 67 | 7.8 h | 9.5 h |
| March - May | 75° / 68° | 85° / 78° | 51 | 77 | 8.0 h | 10.3 h |
| June - August | 84° / 77° | 85° / 79° | 79 | 73 | 9.4 h | 9.8 h |
| September - November | 79° / 70° | 84° / 78° | 38 | 76 | 8.8 h | 9.1 h |
Sunshine, daylight and rain chance
| Month | Hong Kong sun | Singapore sun | Hong Kong daylight | Singapore daylight | Hong Kong wet-day chance | Singapore wet-day chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.8 h | 9.2 h | 10.9 h | 12.1 h | 18% | 74% |
| February | 7.6 h | 10.2 h | 11.4 h | 12.1 h | 26% | 60% |
| March | 7.3 h | 10.8 h | 12.0 h | 12.1 h | 41% | 74% |
| April | 8.3 h | 10.3 h | 12.6 h | 12.1 h | 52% | 87% |
| May | 8.4 h | 9.9 h | 13.2 h | 12.2 h | 72% | 90% |
| June | 8.9 h | 9.4 h | 13.5 h | 12.2 h | 90% | 85% |
| July | 10.4 h | 10.0 h | 13.4 h | 12.2 h | 83% | 73% |
| August | 8.9 h | 10.0 h | 12.9 h | 12.2 h | 83% | 79% |
| September | 9.2 h | 9.8 h | 12.2 h | 12.1 h | 71% | 74% |
| October | 8.9 h | 9.3 h | 11.6 h | 12.1 h | 35% | 83% |
| November | 8.2 h | 8.3 h | 11.0 h | 12.1 h | 21% | 93% |
| December | 8.0 h | 9.1 h | 10.8 h | 12.0 h | 12% | 89% |
Best months for sightseeing
Counting months with average highs between 64°F and 82°F (18–28°C) and fewer than 12 wet days:
- Hong Kong: February, October, November, December (4 months)
- Singapore: no month meets both tests - too hot or too wet for much of the year
Dataset extremes, distance and time difference
- Hong Kong 2015–2024 extremes: highest daily value 92° in August, lowest 34° in January. These are reanalysis values, not all-time station records.
- Singapore 2015–2024 extremes: highest daily value 93° in March, lowest 72° in March. These are reanalysis values, not all-time station records.
- Distance: Hong Kong and Singapore are about 1,607 miles (2,586 km) apart as the crow flies.
- Time difference: the two cities share the same local time right now.
Hong Kong vs Singapore: quick answers
Is Hong Kong warmer than Singapore?
On the annual mean, Singapore is the warmer city by roughly 9.5°F (5.3°C), though the margin shifts with the seasons.
Which city is sunnier, Hong Kong or Singapore?
Singapore, with 9.7 hours of average daily sunshine against 8.5 in Hong Kong.
Which city gets more rain?
Singapore - roughly 293 days with measurable precipitation a year, compared with 184 in Hong Kong.
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