The weather in January in Hong Kong
It's pleasantly warm in January in Hong Kong with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 17°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Hong Kong. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January 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 28°C in 2020, Hong Kong reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 31 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in January for Hong Kong
Click on any day in January 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.
January weather comparison
| Hong Kong | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 31 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Hong Kong with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 14°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Hong Kong is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°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 January in Hong Kong. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Hong Kong
Temperature in January in Hong Kong over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January 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 January in Hong Kong
Total precipitation in January in Hong Kong over the years
Daily UV index in January in Hong Kong
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Weather experiences in January in Hong Kong
The weather in January in Hong Kong is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Hong Kong? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Temperatures were often a pleasant 20 degrees and even though it rained occasionally, it never lasted long. Due to the high humidity, however, it was occasionally very humid, hence the average rating.— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.