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Hong Kong Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hong Kong in December.

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Thinking about venturing to Hong Kong this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Hong Kong in December

December in Hong Kong generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Hong Kong.

For specific regional insights in Hong Kong, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 35 mm (1.4 in) in Hong Kong.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Hong Kong typically sees 160 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Hong Kong by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hong Kong - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hong Kong)

January20°C (68°F) February21°C (70°F) March23°C (73°F) April26°C (79°F) May29°C (84°F) June31°C (88°F) July32°C (90°F) This monthAugust32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October29°C (84°F) November25°C (77°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Hong Kong in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Hong Kong.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Hong Kong

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Hong Kong?

Hong Kong

In December Hong Kong generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
160 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
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Hong Kong weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hong Kong in December?

In December, Hong Kong generally has excellent weather conditions. Hong Kong sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Hong Kong in December?

In Hong Kong, the average daytime high in December is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Hong Kong get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Hong Kong averages just 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Hong Kong.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Hong Kong?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Hong Kong. Typically, the climate in Hong Kong is excellent. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Hong Kong is in January, February, March, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Hong Kong. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Hong Kong.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Hong Kong? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Hong Kong.

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