Hong Kong weather in May
Are you planning a trip to Hong Kong in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Hong Kong in May?
May in Hong Kong generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C and nighttime temperatures around 25°C in Hong Kong. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 222 mm in Hong Kong. The city Hong Kong usually sees around 137 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For specific regional insights in Hong Kong for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Hong Kong climate page.
Where to go in Hong Kong in May
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Average weather in Hong Kong
In May Hong Kong generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Hong Kong?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Hong Kong with often unpleasant weather in Hong Kong.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Hong Kong. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.
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