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Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in April
Hong Kong Island and Kowloon warms up: highs climb to 79°F (26°C), from 74°F in March, with lows of 69°F (21°C) and about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (104 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 79°F (26°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 69°F (21°C).
With 81% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Some rain is likely, about 4.1 in (104 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are November – January.
- Comfort slips from 74/100 in March to 69/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 79°F
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Chi Lin Nunnery and Nan Lian Garden
Timber Buddhist complex built without nails beside a Tang-style garden.
Why now April scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Ozone at The Ritz-Carlton
Bar on the 118th floor of the ICC tower, high above the harbor.
Man Mo Temple
Smoky 1847 temple hung with giant incense coils, dedicated to gods of literature and war.
Kam's Roast Goose
Small Wan Chai shop known for crisp-skinned roast goose over rice.
Temple Street Night Market
Night stalls, fortune tellers and claypot rice restaurants in Yau Ma Tei.
Why now Highs near 79°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in April
- Lantau Island in April~14 mi · highs 76°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Macau in April~40 mi · highs 74°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Hong Kong Island and Kowloon?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are November – January, at up to 91. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in April?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in April?
Some: about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 55.2 in (1401 mm).
What should I pack for Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 79°F), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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