Hong Kong Hong Kong Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Hong Kong is Hot
August is Hot for Hong Kong.
August continues peak summer + most rainfall of year (444mm). Hungry Ghost Festival (variable, around mid-August) is a Buddhist/Taoist month of remembering ancestors — some cultural quirks (avoiding water at night, leaving offerings at street altars). Typhoon frequency peaks. Last week: Mid-Autumn moon cake season begins.
Travel score
Hot + typhoon peak + Korean Liberation Day
August Weather at a Glance
August averages 88°F / 31°C highs and 79°F / 26°C lows — year's hottest. Humidity 82% + 16 rainy days, 370mm. UV 11+ peak. Typhoon season peak — T8 (Signal 8) direct hits 1-2 times possible.
August Travel Advice
Summer clothing + indoor activities recommended. Typhoon warnings close Disneyland + Ocean Park + some MTR. Korean Liberation Day (Aug 15) 5-day holiday. Hong Kong Book Fair (3rd week of July, HKCEC, world's largest book fair).
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Liberation Day 5-day stack + typhoon season — Asia-Hong Kong $420-770 round-trip. Post-Liberation Day is the value window.
August Pricing Trends
Liberation Day 1.5x — TST 3-star $175-315/night. Post-Liberation $125-225.
Hong Kong August Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
26°C
Rainy Days
15
444mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
81%
Hot humid
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
28°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
30 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
36°C
Nighttime
28°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Beach water peak (28°C)
- Mooncake season anticipation
- Last summer trips
Cons
- Highest rainfall of year
- Peak typhoon risk
- Cultural sensitivity around Ghost Month
August Events & Festivals
- Hungry Ghost Festival (variable, August-September)
- Mid-Autumn approaches
- Beach season continues
Hong Kong in August — Full Picture
August continues peak summer + most rainfall of year (444mm). Hungry Ghost Festival (variable, around mid-August) is a Buddhist/Taoist month of remembering ancestors — some cultural quirks (avoiding water at night, leaving offerings at street altars). Typhoon frequency peaks. Last week: Mid-Autumn moon cake season begins.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as July — peak heat. Quick-dry, sun protection, AC layer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
24°C
19.3°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current30.7°C
26°C
14/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.3°C
22.3°C
7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
18.7°C
14.7°C
3.7/mo
Hong Kong Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 18° | 14° | 3d·23mm | 4.5h | 73% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 18° | 14° | 5d·50mm | 3.5h | 78% | 4 | Busy | Peak | |
| 20° | 16° | 7d·80mm | 3h | 82% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 24° | 19° | 10d·137mm | 3.5h | 84% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 28° | 23° | 12d·290mm | 4.5h | 84% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 26° | 13d·392mm | 5h | 84% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 26° | 14d·374mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 26° | 15d·444mm | 6h | 81% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 25° | 12d·308mm | 5.5h | 78% | 8 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 28° | 23° | 6d·100mm | 6h | 73% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 24° | 19° | 3d·35mm | 5h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 20° | 16° | 3d·27mm | 4.5h | 70% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Hong Kong?
Hong Kong in August is Hot. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Hong Kong in August?
Hong Kong August averages a high of 31°C and a low of 26°C.
Does it rain much in Hong Kong in August?
Hong Kong August averages 444mm of rainfall over about 15 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hong Kong in August?
Same as July — peak heat. Quick-dry, sun protection, AC layer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hong Kong in August?
Hong Kong August sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 18:50, with 12h 50m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hong Kong in August?
Hong Kong August air quality (AQI) averages 65, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 30μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hong Kong in August?
In August, Hong Kong is great for Repulse Bay beach, Outlying islands ferry trips, Indoor dim sum tour.
Is August peak season in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.