Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Lantau Island in January
This is the coldest month in Lantau Island: highs average 64°F (18°C) and lows 53°F (12°C), with about 1.4 in (35 mm) of rain.
At 89/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 1.4 in (35 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What January feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 64°F (18°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 53°F (12°C).
About 1.4 in (35 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's January.
Plan around January
January is one of Lantau Island's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort slips from 92/100 in December to 89/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lantau Island in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
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 January scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
China Bear
Long-running pub on the Mui Wo waterfront with outdoor tables facing the bay and the ferry pier.
Why now Highs near 64°F and 1.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Lantau Peak (Fung Wong Shan)
Hong Kong's second-highest peak, a steep climb with sweeping sea views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Ngong Ping 360
Cable car from Tung Chung over the bay and hills to Ngong Ping plateau.
Po Lin Monastery
Active monastery with colorful halls opposite the Big Buddha.
Nearby in January
- Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in January~14 mi · highs 68°F, 1.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Macau in January~26 mi · highs 65°F, 1.6 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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Lantau Island?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 1.4 in (35 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lantau Island in January?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lantau Island in January?
Not much: about 1.4 in (35 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 57.9 in (1470 mm).
What should I pack for Lantau Island in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Lantau Island in January?
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