Hong Kong Hong Kong Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Hong Kong is Festive
December is Festive for Hong Kong.
December is Hong Kong's most-festive month — **WinterFest** at Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade + Central Statue Square fills the city with Christmas decorations. **New Year's Eve fireworks at Victoria Harbour** (10-min show at midnight) draws 1 million viewers. Symphony of Lights enhanced for the season. Hotel prices peak Christmas + NYE.
Travel score
Dry + Christmas + Korean year-end surge
December Weather at a Glance
December averages 70°F / 21°C highs and 61°F / 16°C lows — year's 2nd-coolest. Humidity 70% + 5 rainy days, 30mm. UV 4. 6 hours of sunshine. Christmas on Tsim Sha Tsui illumination + Victoria Harbour countdown fireworks signature.
December Travel Advice
Long sleeves + cardigan + jacket. December 25 Christmas Day (public holiday) + December 26 Boxing Day (public holiday, sales season). December 31 Victoria Harbour Countdown (world's top 5 countdown).
Flying In from Overseas
Korean year-end holiday (Dec 20 - Jan 5) drives 2x baseline — Asia-Hong Kong $560-1,050 round-trip. First 2 weeks of December are the last value window.
December Pricing Trends
Year-end hotels 2-3x — TST 3-star $280-490/night. December 27-31 is the year's highest. Peninsula and Mandarin Oriental $1,050-2,100.
Hong Kong December Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
16°C
Rainy Days
3
27mm total
Sunshine
4.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
Comfortable cool
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
17 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
22°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
35 μg/m³
PM10
55 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
15°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
17 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- WinterFest decorations + lights
- NYE fireworks at Victoria Harbour
- Comfortable cool weather
- Christmas + winter shopping sales
Cons
- Christmas + NYE hotel surge (Dec 22-Jan 1)
- Some restaurants closed Dec 25
- Cool evenings
December Events & Festivals
- Hong Kong WinterFest (Dec 1-31)
- Christmas + New Year fireworks
- Symphony of Lights enhanced
Hong Kong in December — Full Picture
December is Hong Kong's most-festive month — **WinterFest** at Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade + Central Statue Square fills the city with Christmas decorations. **New Year's Eve fireworks at Victoria Harbour** (10-min show at midnight) draws 1 million viewers. Symphony of Lights enhanced for the season. Hotel prices peak Christmas + NYE.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild winter — sweater + jacket, scarf evenings. Light layered for indoor/outdoor swing.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
24°C
19.3°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30.7°C
26°C
14/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.3°C
22.3°C
7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current18.7°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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Hong Kong December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Hong Kong?
Hong Kong in December is Festive. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Hong Kong in December?
Hong Kong December averages a high of 20°C and a low of 16°C.
Does it rain much in Hong Kong in December?
Hong Kong December averages 27mm of rainfall over about 3 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hong Kong in December?
Mild winter — sweater + jacket, scarf evenings. Light layered for indoor/outdoor swing.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hong Kong in December?
Hong Kong December sunrise is 06:50 and sunset is 17:40, with 10h 50m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hong Kong in December?
Hong Kong December air quality (AQI) averages 75, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 35μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hong Kong in December?
In December, Hong Kong is great for WinterFest at TST + Central, NYE fireworks Victoria Harbour, Christmas shopping + dim sum.
Is December peak season in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong December crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
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.