Best time to visit Hong Kong
Go inNovember–March
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October to December is clear, dry and comfortable.
See Hong Kong on the globeHong Kong month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Great | 19°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| February | Great | 19°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | Chinese New Year |
| March | Great | 22°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| April | Good | 25°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Mixed | 29°C | Very wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Poor | 31°C | Very wet | Moderate | Average | Typhoon season |
| July | Poor | 32°C | Very wet | Moderate | Average | Typhoon season |
| August | Poor | 32°C | Very wet | Moderate | Average | Typhoon season |
| September | Poor | 31°C | Very wet | Moderate | Average | Typhoon season |
| October | Good | 28°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| November | Great | 24°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| December | Great | 20°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Hong Kong
- February🎉 Chinese New YearFireworks over Victoria Harbour.
- Jun–Sep⚠️ Typhoon seasonStorms can ground flights.
Good to know
- Crowds and prices peak in February and October–December, so book early.
- The heaviest rain falls in May–September.
Hong Kong has more skyscrapers than any other city.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Hong Kong?
The best time to visit Hong Kong is November–March. October to December is clear, dry and comfortable.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Hong Kong?
Fares to Hong Kong stay fairly steady through the year; booking early matters more than the month.
When is Hong Kong busiest?
Hong Kong is busiest in February and October–December.
What is the weather like in Hong Kong?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 32°C, and January the coolest at 19°C. The wettest period is April–September.
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