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Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in July
Hong Kong Island and Kowloon's warmest month brings highs averaging 87°F (31°C), lows of 81°F (27°C) and about 7.3 in (185 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 44/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 81°F (27°C)
- Rain
- 7.3 in (185 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 87°F (31°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Even at night it stays warm, around 81°F (27°C).
Humidity averages 85%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 7.3 in (185 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are November – January.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort improves from 35/100 in June to 44/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics85% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in July
With 7.3 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Ozone at The Ritz-Carlton
Bar on the 118th floor of the ICC tower, high above the harbor.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.3 in of rain.
Kam's Roast Goose
Small Wan Chai shop known for crisp-skinned roast goose over rice.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Maxim's Palace City Hall
Huge banquet hall serving dim sum from push carts, with harbor-side windows.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter July days.
Chi Lin Nunnery and Nan Lian Garden
Timber Buddhist complex built without nails beside a Tang-style garden.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 87°F.
M+ Museum
Museum of visual culture in West Kowloon with harbor-facing terraces.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.3 in of rain.
Nearby in July
- Lantau Island in July~14 mi · highs 84°F, 7.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Macau in July~40 mi · highs 85°F, 8.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Hong Kong Island and Kowloon?
It's middling, scoring 44/100. The best months are November – January, at up to 91. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 7.3 in (185 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in July?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 81°F (27°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in July?
Yes: about 7.3 in (185 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-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 July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (85% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.3 in of rain on average).
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