Weather in Hong Kong in May
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
May is a wet time to visit Hong Kong. Hong Kong has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 28°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 24 rainy days per month.
28°C
25°C
24days
13.2h
Is May a good time to visit Hong Kong?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
5:45 AM
6:56 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 15°C | 4 | Good |
| February | 20°C | 15°C | 6 | Good |
| March | 23°C | 19°C | 17 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 23°C | 19°C | 12 | Excellent (best) |
| May | 28°C | 25°C | 24 | Wet |
| June | 29°C | 27°C | 30 | Wet |
| July | 30°C | 27°C | 25 | Wet |
| August | 29°C | 26°C | 27 | Wet |
| September | 29°C | 26°C | 30 | Wet |
| October | 26°C | 22°C | 10 | Excellent (best) |
| November | 25°C | 20°C | 4 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 20°C | 13°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for May
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is May a good time to visit Hong Kong? +
May is typically Wet for visiting Hong Kong, with average highs of 28°C and around 24 rainy days.
What should I pack for Hong Kong in May? +
With highs of 28°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Hong Kong in May? +
Hong Kong typically sees around 24 rainy days in May.
How many hours of daylight are there in Hong Kong in May? +
In May, Hong Kong gets approximately 13.2 hours of daylight per day.
Is May peak season in Hong Kong? +
No, May is not peak season in Hong Kong. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Hong Kong? +
The best months to visit Hong Kong are October, November, December, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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