Quick decision
When to visit Hong Kong?
🌞 Best time overall
October
🌡️ Optimal temperature
22°C–27°C in October
🌧 Least rain
36% rainy days in October
🌧 Wettest month
June (91%)
📅 Best score
7.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Skyline & PeakOctober–December — Victoria Peak, Star Ferry and Symphony of Lights.
Dim Sum & FoodYear-round — Tim Ho Wan, dai pai dong and Cantonese cuisine.
HikingOctober–March — Dragon's Back, Lantau Peak and Hong Kong Trail.
ShoppingYear-round — Tsim Sha Tsui, Causeway Bay and night markets.
Monthly climate data
Hong Kong weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 14°C | 19°C | 19% | 1.2 | 9.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 14°C | 20°C | 26% | 1.6 | 8.5h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 18°C | 22°C | 42% | 3.1 | 8.6h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 21°C | 25°C | 54% | 5.5 | 9.2h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ May | 24°C | 27°C | 70% | 8.7 | 9.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 26°C | 29°C | 91% | 13.1 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 30°C | 84% | 9.6 | 11.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 26°C | 29°C | 86% | 13.3 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ September | 25°C | 29°C | 72% | 10.1 | 10.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 22°C | 27°C | 36% | 5.7 | 10.1h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 19°C | 24°C | 21% | 2.9 | 9.5h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 14°C | 20°C | 11% | 0.6 | 9.0h | 7.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 25°C, 55% rainy days, 9.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 29°C, 87% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 27°C, 43% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 20°C, 19% rainy days, 8.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
October is ideal with 36% rainy days and 27°C. The months of October & November offer comparable conditions.
June is the wettest month with 91% rainy days.
Yes, October is the best month with an average of 27°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.4/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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