The weather in December in Hong Kong
It's pleasantly warm in December in Hong Kong with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Hong Kong. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December 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 29°C in 2023, Hong Kong reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 17 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in December for Hong Kong
Click on any day in December 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.
December weather comparison
| Hong Kong | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 21°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 24°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 17 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Hong Kong with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 15°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Hong Kong is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Hong Kong. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Hong Kong
Temperature in December in Hong Kong over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December 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 December in Hong Kong
Total precipitation in December in Hong Kong over the years
Daily UV index in December in Hong Kong
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December 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.