Best time to visit in

Hong Kong

Weather & Temperature

Pleasant and mostly dry. Averages: Oct–Dec 19–28°C with clearer skies; Jan–Feb 12–20°C and can dip to 8–10°C during cold surges; Mar 16–22°C with occasional fog/drizzle. Humidity ~60–75%; rainfall is low (Nov–Jan driest).

What to Expect

Best overall sightseeing conditions, crisp hiking weather, and big festival atmosphere. Expect higher hotel rates and crowds around National Day (early Oct), Christmas/New Year, and Chinese New Year; March can be busy with major cultural events.

Key Events & Festivals

• Mid-Autumn Festival (Sep/Oct; often falls in Oct)
• National Day period (early Oct)
• Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival (late Oct/Nov)
• Christmas & WinterFest (Dec)
• New Year’s Eve Countdown (Dec 31)
• Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb)
• Hong Kong Marathon (Feb)
• Hong Kong Arts Month & Art Basel (Mar)
• Hong Kong Sevens (late Mar/Apr)

Recommended Activities

• Peak Tram and Lugard Road walk
• Star Ferry ride and Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade
• Lamma or Cheung Chau island day trips
• Museums (M+, Hong Kong Palace Museum, History Museum)
• Night markets and neighborhood food crawls
• Evening light shows from Kowloon waterfront

Travel Tips

• Book flights and hotels early for Oct, late Dec–early Jan, and Chinese New Year.
• Pack layers: a light jacket/sweater for evenings; some days can be under 10°C.
• Check event calendars; popular attractions may require timed reservations.
• Hong Kong is 2.5 hours ahead of India (IST → HKT); plan arrivals accordingly.
• Use Octopus card for MTR, buses, ferries, and convenience stores.

Weather & Temperature

Warm, humid, and turning rainy. Averages 20–30°C. April can be misty/foggy; May–June bring frequent showers and thunderstorms. Humidity often 80–90% with high UV.

What to Expect

Greener hills and lively local festivals with manageable prices outside holiday peaks. Expect sticky days, sudden downpours, and some hazy views—plan indoor/outdoor alternates.

Key Events & Festivals

• Ching Ming Festival (early Apr)
• Hong Kong Sevens (late Mar/Apr, some years)
• Cheung Chau Bun Festival (Apr/May)
• Labour Day (May 1)
• Buddha’s Birthday (May)
• Tuen Ng/Dragon Boat Festival (June)

Recommended Activities

• Morning hikes (Dragon’s Back, Pinewood Battery) before heat builds
• Island day trips (Cheung Chau, Lamma) with seafood lunches
• Museum afternoons during showers
• Tea houses and local bakeries sampling
• Kowloon promenades and photography in moody harbor mist

Travel Tips

• Carry a compact umbrella, quick-dry clothing, and a light rain jacket.
• Wear anti-slip footwear; pavements get slick in sudden showers.
• Monitor Hong Kong Observatory rain/thunderstorm signals and reschedule outdoor plans as needed.
• Book festival-day ferries to outlying islands in advance.
• Mosquito repellent is useful for parks and hikes.

Weather & Temperature

Hot, humid, and storm-prone. Averages 27–33°C but feels like 35–38°C. Humidity often >85% with frequent heavy showers. Peak typhoon season with occasional strong winds and rough seas.

What to Expect

Lower hotel rates and mall promotions, but expect intense heat, afternoon downpours, and possible transport disruptions during typhoon or black rainstorm signals. Beaches and pools are popular when conditions are safe.

Key Events & Festivals

• HKSAR Establishment Day (July 1)
• Citywide Summer Sales (Jul–Aug)
• Food Expo (Aug)
• Hungry Ghost Festival (Aug)
• Mid-Autumn Festival (Sep/Oct; some years in Sep)
• Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance (around Mid-Autumn)

Recommended Activities

• Early-morning or evening hikes; avoid midday heat
• Beaches at Repulse Bay, Shek O, or Stanley when weather permits
• Ocean Park or indoor attractions and museums
• Harbor cruise at sunset for breezier conditions
• Neighborhood food tours focused on cool treats and iced drinks

Travel Tips

• Check Hong Kong Observatory typhoon and rainstorm signals; keep plans flexible and consider travel insurance covering weather disruptions.
• Hydrate frequently, use sunscreen, a hat, and electrolyte packets; plan indoor breaks midday.
• Confirm ferry and cable car operations on stormy days before heading out.
• If sensitive to heat, choose hotels with strong air-con and pools; prioritize MTR over long walks.
• Vegetarian and Indian dining options cluster around Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay—use them as cool-down meal stops.