Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in October
Hong Kong Island and Kowloon edges cooler than September, with highs of 83°F (28°C), lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain.
It scores 82/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (49 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (28°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
With 76% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (49 mm) for the month.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – January).
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 1.9 in (49 mm) after 6.3 in (161 mm) in September.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in September to 82/100.
- October sits inside the Oct – Dec window our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in October
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 October scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Temple Street Night Market
Night stalls, fortune tellers and claypot rice restaurants in Yau Ma Tei.
Why now Highs near 83°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Victoria Peak and Peak Tram
Historic funicular up to the city's highest viewpoint over the harbor.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Dragon's Back
Ridge hike above the South China Sea ending at Big Wave Bay beach.
Star Ferry
Green-and-white ferries crossing Victoria Harbour since 1888 for a few dollars.
Nearby in October
- Lantau Island in October~14 mi · highs 80°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Macau in October~40 mi · highs 80°F, 2.7 in rain · 2°C (3°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Hong Kong Island and Kowloon?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 82/100 against a best of 91 in November – January. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain. October is inside the Oct – Dec window our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends.
How hot is Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in October?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in October?
Not much: about 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-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 October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon
Routes in season in October
- Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau Oct – Dec
Planning Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in October?
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