Hong Kong Hong Kong Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Hong Kong is Hot
July is Hot for Hong Kong.
July is hottest + peak typhoon season. **July 1** is SAR Establishment Day — public holiday, fireworks at Victoria Harbour, but possible protest activity (check news). Hotel prices high due to summer holidays. Beach trips to Repulse Bay or Big Wave Bay (surfing) are escape options.
Travel score
Summer + wet + Korean holiday + Hong Kong SAR Day
July Weather at a Glance
July averages 88°F / 31°C highs and 79°F / 26°C lows — year's hottest. Humidity 82% + 16 rainy days, 370mm. UV 11+ + 7 hours of sunshine. July 1 Hong Kong SAR Day (1997 British handover, public holiday, Dragon Boat + night light show).
July Travel Advice
Short sleeves + shorts + SPF 50 + folding umbrella + walking shoes + water bottle. July 1 SAR Day Victoria Harbour fireworks signature. Typhoon season July-September — track JMA and HKO. T8 signal closes all attractions.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean working-professional summer holiday — Asia-Hong Kong $350-630 round-trip. Weekday departures slightly cheaper. Korean family travel surge.
July Pricing Trends
Korean summer holiday — TST 3-star $140-265/night.
Hong Kong July Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
26°C
Rainy Days
14
374mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
82%
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
July 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 July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak beach season (sea 28°C)
- SAR Day fireworks
- Long daylight + beach time
Cons
- Peak typhoon season (Jul-Sep)
- Brutal heat + humidity
- Hotel prices at yearly highs
July Events & Festivals
- Hong Kong SAR Establishment Day (July 1, public holiday)
- Summer sales season
- Peak typhoon frequency
Hong Kong in July — Full Picture
July is hottest + peak typhoon season. **July 1** is SAR Establishment Day — public holiday, fireworks at Victoria Harbour, but possible protest activity (check news). Hotel prices high due to summer holidays. Beach trips to Repulse Bay or Big Wave Bay (surfing) are escape options.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Peak summer — t-shirts + shorts + sandals only. Cooling towel + portable fan are local essentials. Pack rain jacket — daily thunderstorms.
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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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Hong Kong July Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is July a good time to visit Hong Kong?
Hong Kong in July is Hot. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Hong Kong in July?
Hong Kong July averages a high of 31°C and a low of 26°C.
Does it rain much in Hong Kong in July?
Hong Kong July averages 374mm of rainfall over about 14 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hong Kong in July?
Peak summer — t-shirts + shorts + sandals only. Cooling towel + portable fan are local essentials. Pack rain jacket — daily thunderstorms.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hong Kong in July?
Hong Kong July sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 19:10, with 13h 20m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hong Kong in July?
Hong Kong July air quality (AQI) averages 65, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 30μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hong Kong in July?
In July, Hong Kong is great for SAR Day fireworks, Beach day at Repulse Bay, Cheung Chau seafood lunch.
Is July peak season in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong July 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.