Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in November
Hong Kong Island and Kowloon cools off: highs slip to 78°F (25°C), from 83°F in October, with lows of 65°F (19°C) and about 1.2 in (30 mm) of rain.
November opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 87/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 78°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 1.2 in (30 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 55 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 65°F (19°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
About 1.2 in (30 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's November.
Plan around November
November is one of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: November – January.
- Comfort improves from 82/100 in October to 87/100.
- November sits inside the Oct – Dec window our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes78°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Man Mo Temple
Smoky 1847 temple hung with giant incense coils, dedicated to gods of literature and war.
Ozone at The Ritz-Carlton
Bar on the 118th floor of the ICC tower, high above the harbor.
Temple Street Night Market
Night stalls, fortune tellers and claypot rice restaurants in Yau Ma Tei.
Why now November scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Chi Lin Nunnery and Nan Lian Garden
Timber Buddhist complex built without nails beside a Tang-style garden.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 1.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Kam's Roast Goose
Small Wan Chai shop known for crisp-skinned roast goose over rice.
Nearby in November
- Lantau Island in November~14 mi · highs 75°F, 1.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Macau in November~40 mi · highs 74°F, 1.3 in rain · 2°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Hong Kong Island and Kowloon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 78°F (25°C) and 1.2 in (30 mm) of rain. November is inside the Oct – Dec window our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends.
How hot is Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in November?
Average highs are 78°F (25°C) and average lows 65°F (19°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in November?
Not much: about 1.2 in (30 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-driest 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 November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (78°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon
Routes in season in November
- Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau Oct – Dec
Planning Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.