Hong Kong Weather and Geography
When Is the Best Time to Go to Hong Kong?
Hong Kong has a temperate climate, typified by 4 distinct seasons: Spring (March to May) is warm and humid, Summer (June to August) is hot and wet, Autumn (September to November) is mild and settled, Winter (December to February) is cool and dry.
Temperatures range from an average of 60°F in January up to 84°F in July. Generally speaking, temperatures in Hong Kong remain in the 70s for most of the year. The average rainfall in Hong Kong is far less consistent throughout the year. Between May and September, there’s roughly a 50% chance of rain, with occasional thunderstorms. Whereas, from November to March, Hong Kong experiences a long period of settled weather with little to no rain.
1. Best Time to Visit Hong Kong
What’s the weather like and when is it busy?
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There really is no wrong time to visit Hong Kong as the city is considered a year-round destination. It enjoys a mild climate from the middle of September to the end of February, as well as warm and humid weather from May to mid-September. 80% of Hong Kong’s annual rainfall occurs between May and September, with August typically the wettest month of the year.
As a predominantly Buddhist country, Hong Kong has plenty of traditional festivals and events throughout the year, including Chinese New Year (February), Hong Kong Rugby 7s (April), and the Dragon Boat Festival (June). Hotels are usually booked far in advance of these celebrations, so plan accordingly if you want to visit during these times.
2. Hong Kong’s Geography
Where is Hong Kong and how large is it?
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The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), a territory belonging to the Peoples’ Republic of China, consists of around 236 islands in the South China Sea, together with the Kowloon Peninsula and the New Territories. Lantau is Hong Kong’s largest island, while the second largest, Hong Kong Island, is the most populated. The Kowloon Peninsula and the New Territories are north of Hong Kong Island, across Victoria Harbor. The New Territories district is separated from mainland China by the Shenzhen River.
Hong Kong SAR covers 425 square miles. Less than 25% is urban development, while the remaining land consists of vast country parks. Hong Kong is quite hilly, with the 3,100-foot-tall Mo Shan as the highest peak.
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