End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Lantau Island in March
Lantau Island warms up: highs climb to 71°F (21°C), from 67°F in February, with lows of 62°F (16°C) and about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 73/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 71°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (69 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What March feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (21°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 62°F (16°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.7 in (69 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are October – February.
- First warm month: highs reach 71°F, up from 67°F in February.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in February to 73/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes71°F afternoons
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lantau Island in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
China Bear
Long-running pub on the Mui Wo waterfront with outdoor tables facing the bay and the ferry pier.
Why now March scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lantau Peak (Fung Wong Shan)
Hong Kong's second-highest peak, a steep climb with sweeping sea views.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 2.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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.
Cheung Sha Beach
Long sandy beach on Lantau's south coast with lifeguards in summer.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in March
- Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in March~14 mi · highs 74°F, 2.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Macau in March~26 mi · highs 69°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Lantau Island?
It's middling, scoring 73/100. The best months are October – February, at up to 92. Expect highs of 71°F (21°C) and 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so March is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Lantau Island in March?
Average highs are 71°F (21°C) and average lows 62°F (16°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lantau Island in March?
Some: about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 57.9 in (1470 mm).
What should I pack for Lantau Island in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (71°F afternoons), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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