Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 11.1 in (282 mm) falling in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, alongside highs near 86°F (30°C) and lows of 80°F (27°C).
With a comfort score of 35/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 80°F (27°C)
- Rain
- 11.1 in (282 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 35/100 · Tough
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 86°F (30°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 80°F (27°C).
With 86% average humidity, it feels muggy.
It's a very wet month, with around 11.1 in (282 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 79%.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – January.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (June – August), which brings about 27.0 in (685 mm) in total.
- Longest days of the year, about 13 h 21 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 47/100 in May to 35/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Quick-dry fabrics86% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in June
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Maxim's Palace City Hall
Huge banquet hall serving dim sum from push carts, with harbor-side windows.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 11.1 in of rain.
Ozone at The Ritz-Carlton
Bar on the 118th floor of the ICC tower, high above the harbor.
Why now Easy to slot in when June's rain moves in.
Kam's Roast Goose
Small Wan Chai shop known for crisp-skinned roast goose over rice.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter June days.
M+ Museum
Museum of visual culture in West Kowloon with harbor-facing terraces.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 11.1 in of rain.
Man Mo Temple
Smoky 1847 temple hung with giant incense coils, dedicated to gods of literature and war.
Nearby in June
- Lantau Island in June~14 mi · highs 83°F, 11.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Macau in June~40 mi · highs 83°F, 11.6 in rain · 1°C (3°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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Hong Kong Island and Kowloon?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 35/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are November – January. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 11.1 in (282 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in June?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 80°F (27°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in June?
Yes: about 11.1 in (282 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 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 June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), quick-dry fabrics (86% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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