Tomorrow in Hong Kong looks
patchy rain nearby, with a high of 83°
and an overnight low of 81°.
There is a 84% chance of rain - plan accordingly.
Winds top out near 16 mph,
and the UV index reaches 10 (very high).
Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate, marked by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Average daytime highs range from about 64°F (18°C) in January to around 84°F (29°C) in July, and the city records roughly 184 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Hong Kong weather: quick facts
Hottest month: July - highs near 84°F (29°C)
Coldest month: January - highs near 64°F (18°C)
Record high: 92°F (33°C) · Record low: 34°F (1°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: August (26 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (10.4 h sun/day)
Climate type:humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 84°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 78°F (26°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 64°F (18°C) and lows around 54°F (12°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 92°F (33°C) and dropped as low as 34°F (1°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 15.4 inches (392 mm) of rain over 26 days, while December is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 10.4 hours of sun a day.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Hong Kong is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 75°F (24°C) and nights around 68°F (20°C); expect showers on roughly 51 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Hong Kong runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 79 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Hong Kong is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 79°F (26°C) and nights around 70°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Hong Kong is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 65°F (19°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); rain falls on about 17 days over the three months.
Average temperatures in Hong Kong by month
Monthly averages for Hong Kong based on 2015–2024 weather data.
July is the hottest month in Hong Kong, with average highs of 84°F (29°C) and overnight lows near 78°F (26°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 92°F (33°C).
What is the coldest month in Hong Kong?
January is the coldest month, with highs averaging 64°F (18°C) and lows around 54°F (12°C). The lowest reading in recent years was 34°F (1°C).
What is the rainiest month in Hong Kong?
August is typically the wettest month, averaging 15.4 inches (392 mm) of precipitation across about 26 days. December is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Hong Kong?
Snow is essentially absent in Hong Kong - the 2015–2024 record shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the best time to visit Hong Kong?
The best time to visit Hong Kong is generally November to February, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 68°F (20°C).
How sunny is Hong Kong?
Hong Kong averages 8.5 hours of sunshine per day across the year. July is the sunniest month at about 10.4 hours of sun a day.
Is Hong Kong humid?
Relative humidity in Hong Kong averages about 82% over the year, which feels very humid. Combined with July heat, muggy conditions are common in summer - the dew point is the number to watch.