The weather in August in Hong Kong
It's hot in August in Hong Kong with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Hong Kong. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2017, Hong Kong reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 384 mm of precipitation, spread over 28 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Hong Kong
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Hong Kong. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Hong Kong | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 384 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 28 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Hong Kong with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 27°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Hong Kong is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Hong Kong. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Hong Kong
Temperature in August in Hong Kong over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Hong Kong. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Hong Kong
Total precipitation in August in Hong Kong over the years
Daily UV index in August in Hong Kong
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Hong Kong, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Hong Kong by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Hong Kong. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.