Hong Kong Weather

Adequate research should always be taken on the weather forecast in Hong Kong before heading out for a hike so that you can be duly prepared. Check out the current Hong Kong weather conditions and warnings at the Hong Kong Observatory and also the Hong Kong 7 day forecast for those planning a hike.

Be sure to check out the temperature, UV index, rain, thunderstorm warnings, typhoon warnings, monsoon signals, and humidity levels before going out for a hike. Prepare for your hike accordingly.

Hong Kong weather conditions can be vastly different to what you may be used to overseas. Even if you are very fit and used to hiking in other countries, caution must be taken in Hong Kong due to the high humidity levels as well as during typhoon season and periods of heavy rain.

Below are the general temperature ranges in Hong Kong:

Description Temperature (degrees Celsius)
Very Cold <= 7
Cold 8 - 12
Cool 13 - 17
Mild 18 - 22
Warm 23 - 27
Hot 28 - 32
Very Hot >= 33

Relative humidity in Hong Kong:

Description Relative Humidity ( % )
Very Dry 0 - 40
Dry 40 - 70
Humid 85 - 95
Very Humid 95 - 100

Wind Speeds in Hong Kong:

Description Beaufort Force Wind Speed (km/h)
>Calm Force 0 -2
Light Force 1-2 2-12
Moderate Force 3-4 13-30
Fresh Force 5 31-40
Strong Force 6-7 41-62
Gale Force 8-9 63-87
Storm Force 10-11 88-117
Hurricane Force 12 >=118

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