January
Good time to goCool, mostly dry; 14–19°C with 25 mm rainfall
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Clear sightseeing days; Lunar New Year dates can spike hotel prices — check the calendar before booking.
February
Good time to goMild and occasionally cloudy; 15–19°C with 55 mm rainfall
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Generally good for city touring, with some cloudy spells; Lunar New Year falls here in some years.
March
Good time to goComfortable but increasingly humid; 17–22°C with 75 mm rainfall
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Occasional rain, but temperatures suit long walking days; carry a compact umbrella.
April
Good time to goWarm and humid; 21–26°C with 145 mm rainfall
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Carry rain protection; still a workable sightseeing month with pleasant mornings.
May
Shoulder seasonHot, humid and wet; 24–29°C with 305 mm rainfall
Frequent showers and thunderstorms; keep indoor backups ready for each day.
June
Not recommendedVery humid, among the wettest; 26–31°C with 455 mm rainfall
Typhoon risk begins; outdoor and ferry plans need significant flexibility.
July
Not recommendedHot, humid and rainy; 27–32°C with 385 mm rainfall
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
School-holiday demand meets heavy rain; least comfortable window for sightseeing.
August
Not recommendedHot, very humid and wet; 27–32°C with 445 mm rainfall
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Highest disruption risk from tropical systems; typhoon warnings can close attractions.
September
Shoulder seasonHot and humid; 26–31°C with 285 mm rainfall
Rainfall declines but typhoon risk remains significant; prices are lower to reflect conditions.
October
Best time to goWarm, less humid and comparatively dry; 24–29°C with 100 mm rainfall
One of the best months overall; book Hong Kong hotels early as demand is high.
November
Best time to goMild, relatively dry and comfortable; 20–25°C with 40 mm rainfall
Excellent sightseeing weather and the strongest overall balance of the year.
December
Best time to goCool and mostly dry; 16–20°C with 25 mm rainfall
Strong month for urban touring and festive events; peak pricing applies throughout.
- BestOct, Nov, Dec
- GoodJan, Feb, Mar, Apr
- FairMay, Sep
- AvoidJun, Jul, Aug