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Hong Kong weather in May (Hong Kong)

Interested in knowing the climate of Hong Kong in May? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Hong Kong generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 29°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 25°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Hong Kong in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 222 mm for the month. On average, there are about 15 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 137 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hong Kong climate page with graphs.

 

Hong Kong, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 222 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 137 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 34%  

Where to go in Hong Kong in May

Find out more about the weather in Hong Kong and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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