Verdict: Excellent month
Hong Kong Weather in January
January hits the sweet spot in Hong Kong — highs around 19°C (66°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 4 wet days in a typical year. Overall, January is one of the best months of the year to be in Hong Kong.
Average high
19°C / 66°F
Average low
13°C / 55°F
Rain days
~4
Precipitation
16 mm
What to pack for Hong Kong in January
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Hong Kong: Jul (30°C / 86°F) · Coolest: Jan (19°C / 66°F) · Wettest: Jun (~29 rain days)
19°
13°
Jan
20°
14°
Feb
22°
18°
Mar
25°
20°
Apr
27°
23°
May
29°
26°
Jun
30°
26°
Jul
29°
26°
Aug
29°
25°
Sep
27°
22°
Oct
24°
19°
Nov
20°
13°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)