Hong Kong in August
Wettest-feeling summer month
The short answer
August is one of the weakest months in Hong Kong.
August remains hot, humid and very wet, with some of the year’s highest rainfall. Tropical-cyclone risk remains significant, so outdoor plans may need flexibility.
5/10 overall27–31°CModerate crowdsModerate
Weather4/10
Crowds6.5/10
Prices7.5/10
Events8/10
August in detail
What August actually feels like
- Weather
- 27–31°C
- Wettest-feeling summer month
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Prices
- Moderate
- Moderate
+Strong indoor entertainment
–Heavy rain and humidity
My tip for August
Leave room in your itinerary for weather changes.
- shopping
- indoor attractions
How August compares
Against the other eleven months
11th of 12 overall in Hong Kong, 12th for weather, 11th for space, 1st for value. The emptiest month is February; the best value is January.
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Months I'd choose over August
Still going to Hong Kong in August?
Book early and plan around the busiest hours — heavy rain and humidity
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