Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Lantau Island in February
Lantau Island edges warmer than January, with highs of 67°F (19°C), lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain.
At 86/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 1.1 in (29 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What February feels like
Days are mild at around 67°F (19°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 57°F (14°C).
Rain is scarce: about 1.1 in (29 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around February
February is one of Lantau Island's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by March, the score drops to 73/100.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in January to 86/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 57°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Lantau Island in February
February is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Cheung Sha Beach
Long sandy beach on Lantau's south coast with lifeguards in summer.
Why now February scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Tai O Fishing Village
Stilt houses over tidal creeks, dried seafood stalls and short boat trips.
Po Lin Vegetarian Kitchen
Monastery dining hall serving set Buddhist vegetarian meals.
Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)
Bronze Buddha 34 meters tall, reached by 268 steps.
Nei Lak Shan Country Trail
Easy loop trail on the slopes above Ngong Ping with views over the Big Buddha, the airport and the South China Sea.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 1.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in February
- Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in February~14 mi · highs 71°F, 1.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Macau in February~26 mi · highs 66°F, 1.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~18 m to Lantau Island's ~203 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Lantau Island in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Lantau Island?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so February is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Lantau Island in February?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lantau Island in February?
Not much: about 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 57.9 in (1470 mm).
What should I pack for Lantau Island in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 57°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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