Normal weather for Hong Kong in December
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.
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.
Hong Kong in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
21°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
24°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
19°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
17 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 10 days | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Hong Kong with warm temperatures, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 21°C, with nights close to 15°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Hong Kong will be around 21°C, with nights close to 16°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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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.
Is December a good time to visit Hong Kong?
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in Hong Kong. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Hong Kong in December
With 29°C, Hong Kong hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 7°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Hong Kong
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Hong Kong, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Hong Kong
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Hong Kong, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 4 days of rain in Hong Kong.
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.
Temperature in December in Hong Kong Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Hong Kong, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Hong Kong Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Hong Kong, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Hong Kong
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Hong Kong. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Hong Kong by Month
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