The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Hong Kong. Temperatures rise (27°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 45% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 9 out of 12 months in Hong Kong. Compared to April: +2°C daytime, 12 pts more rainy days, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
26°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
13.1h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 50
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Hong Kong is October (8.4/10), 3.4 pts higher than May.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · China
🗣️LanguageMandarin
💶CurrencyYuan renminbi (¥)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 19°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 68%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Hong Kong ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ChinaTropical climate with a 8.4 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
22.32°N · 114.17°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hong Kong?
October is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 6.4h of sunshine and 25.0% rainy days. The months of October & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Hong Kong get in October?
Hong Kong averages 6.4 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Hong Kong?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Hong Kong in October?
In October, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Hong Kong good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hong Kong scores 7.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Hong Kong?
June is the most difficult month to visit Hong Kong, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Hong Kong in May?
In May, the sea averages 26°C in Hong Kong: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Hong Kong in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Hong Kong (high), with about 13.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.