The climate in Hong Kong during December can be summarized as mild and dry.
December is in the winter in Hong Kong and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 20°C (69°F), whilst at night 15°C (59°F) is normal.
Daytime temperature | 20.4°C 68.6°F |
---|---|
Nightly temperature | 14.9°C 58.7°F |
Average temperature | 17.6°C 63.7°F |
Daily sunshine | 6.5 hrs |
Avg rainfall | 27 mm 1.1 ins |
Rainy days | 4 days |
Sea temperature | 21.4°C 70.5°F |
Humidity | 68% |
Windspeed | 9.7kph 6 mph |
On average December is the 2nd driest month of the year in Hong Kong with around 27mm 1.1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Hong Kong in December 2024.
Best places to visit in December
Hottest month: | July | 31.3°C 88.3°F |
---|---|---|
Driest month: | January | 25mm 1ins |
Sunniest month: | November | 6.7hrs |
Coldest month: | January | 18.4°C 65.1°F |
Wettest month: | August | 368mm 14.5ins |