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Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 33° 26° | 32° 27° | 31° 27° | 31° 27° | 32° 27° | 31° 27° | 30° 26° |
| Precipitation | 15% | 77% | 98% | 77% | 48% | 15% | 25% |
| Humidity | 64% | 69% | 73% | 72% | 70% | 70% | 72% |
| Wind | 20 km/h | 19 km/h | 20 km/h | 13 km/h | 14 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h |
Best time to visit Hong Kong
The best time to visit Hong Kong is October to December, when conditions are generally sunnier, relatively dry and well suited to walking and sightseeing. January to April is cooler to warm but rated okay, while May to September is hot, humid and wetter, with tropical-cyclone or typhoon risk; August is the least favourable month.
JanuaryTemp (°C)17°Rain (mm)13Sun Hours6Dry Days24
January is cool and relatively dry, around 10-19°C. Clear spells suit urban walks, while evenings call for an extra layer.
FebruaryTemp (°C)18°Rain (mm)20Sun Hours6Dry Days20
February is cool and fairly dry, around 10-20°C, with occasional humid spells. Layered clothing suits sightseeing and outdoor walks.
MarchTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)26Sun Hours5Dry Days22
March is mild and humid, around 19-26°C, with variable spring weather. Cloud and showers may interrupt outdoor plans.
AprilTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)48Sun Hours6Dry Days19
April is warm and humid, around 22-28°C, with changeable conditions and occasional showers. City sightseeing remains practical.
MayTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)79Sun Hours9Dry Days16
May is hot and humid, around 25-31°C, with the rainy season bringing heavy showers. There is tropical-cyclone risk this month.
JuneTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)121Sun Hours10Dry Days10
June is hot, humid and rainy, around 26-31°C, with frequent downpours. There is tropical-cyclone risk this month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
JulyTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)114Sun Hours11Dry Days10
July is hot, humid and very wet, around 26-32°C, with heavy rain and peak typhoon season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
AugustTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)122Sun Hours9Dry Days10
August is the wettest month, hot and humid at around 26-33°C, with frequent heavy rain and peak typhoon season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
SeptemberTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)98Sun Hours8Dry Days13
September is hot, humid and rainy, around 26-32°C, with downpours and peak typhoon season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
OctoberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)39Sun Hours7Dry Days23
October is generally sunny and relatively dry, around 22-28°C, with lower humidity suited to walking. There is hurricane risk this month.
NovemberTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours5Dry Days23
November is often sunny with limited rain, around 12-29°C, and suits walking and sightseeing. There is hurricane risk this month.
DecemberTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours5Dry Days25
December is cool, relatively dry and often sunny, around 15-21°C. The conditions suit walking and city sightseeing, with layers useful in the evening.
Sources: chinahighlights.com
Activities are coming soon.
Brief
- Try local favourites such as dim sum, roast goose, egg tarts and Hong Kong-style milk tea.
- The 11th Belt and Road Summit is expected in Hong Kong this week, with business and official activity potentially increasing demand around the venue and transport hubs.
- National Day celebrations, including fireworks, are scheduled for 1 October and may bring large crowds, road closures and restricted access around Victoria Harbour.
- Hong Kong’s efficient MTR network is generally the easiest way to travel. Allow extra time at major interchanges and border crossings during large events.
Safety and health
- Dengue is a mosquito-borne risk. Use repellent, wear long sleeves where practical and stay in places with screens or air conditioning. (
cdc.gov)
- Avoid swimming, wading or bathing in untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis risk. (
- Tap water is officially treated, but visitors commonly use boiled, chilled or bottled water, especially in older buildings where plumbing and water tanks may be poorly maintained. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Hiking in hot, humid weather can cause heat illness. Carry sufficient water, take regular rests and bring a light layer for heavily air-conditioned interiors. Medical care is excellent but expensive for tourists, and emergency treatment is billed to visitors. (
- Hong Kong-only itineraries are exempt from the stated yellow-fever entry requirement. Travellers arriving from countries with yellow-fever transmission should verify requirements if their itinerary also includes mainland China or another destination. (
- Political activity and public discussion of national-security matters can carry significant legal sensitivity. Avoid demonstrations, politically sensitive gatherings and photographing police activity. (
cnn.com |
scmp.com)
Recent News
- On 5 September, health authorities reported that 14 people became ill after dining at an Eaton HK hotel restaurant. Travellers who develop vomiting, diarrhoea or other food-poisoning symptoms should seek medical advice and report suspected restaurant-associated illness. (
- On 6 September, police said fatal cycling accidents more than doubled year-on-year in the first half of 2026, with nine deaths. Exercise extra caution around cyclists and traffic, particularly on shared paths and roads, and use lights when cycling after dark. (
scmp.com)
- Three people were arrested over an allegedly seditious memorial outside Prince Edward MTR station on 6 September. The incident highlights the continuing sensitivity of political memorials and public gatherings. (
- The revamped Huanggang border crossing with Shenzhen is expected to open at a later date and will introduce joint inspection clearance. Until the opening date is confirmed, travellers should check the status of cross-border routes before relying on this checkpoint. (
