Best Time to Visit Hong Kong, Kowloon City, Hong Kong
Hong Kong is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Hong Kong for sunny, dry weather is November–February — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15.6°C / 60.1°F in January to 28.7°C / 83.7°F in July, with rainfall from 24 mm / 0.9 in (January) to 408 mm / 16.1 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Hong Kong, Kowloon City, Hong Kong's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Hong Kong's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.6°C60.1°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16°C60.8°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 21°C69.8°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 17.2°C63°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Hong Kong?
The best time to visit Hong Kong for sunny, dry weather is January, February, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.7°C / 83.7°F, and the driest is January with about 24 mm / 0.9 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Hong Kong's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Hong Kong?
The rainy season at Hong Kong, Kowloon City runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 168 mm / 6.6 in. The wettest single month is August (408 mm / 16.1 in).
What is the driest month in Hong Kong?
The driest month in Hong Kong is January, averaging about 24 mm / 0.9 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.6°C / 60.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Hong Kong?
The least comfortable months for travel to Hong Kong — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 408 mm / 16.1 in in August, and the coldest month averages 15.6°C / 60.1°F.
Is Hong Kong climate different from Hong Kong overall?
Yes, usually. Our Hong Kong figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Hong Kong figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Hong Kong specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.