Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Lantau Island in May
Lantau Island warms up: highs climb to 81°F (27°C), from 76°F in April, with lows of 74°F (24°C) and about 9.1 in (231 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 50/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 9.1 in (231 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 50/100 · Fair
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 74°F (24°C).
With 85% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 9.1 in (231 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 77%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are October – February.
- Comfort slips from 67/100 in April to 50/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics85% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lantau Island in May
With 9.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Po Lin Vegetarian Kitchen
Monastery dining hall serving set Buddhist vegetarian meals.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.1 in of rain.
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.
Tai O Fishing Village
Stilt houses over tidal creeks, dried seafood stalls and short boat trips.
Lantau Peak (Fung Wong Shan)
Hong Kong's second-highest peak, a steep climb with sweeping sea views.
Nearby in May
- Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in May~14 mi · highs 84°F, 8.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Macau in May~26 mi · highs 80°F, 9.7 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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Lantau Island?
It's middling, scoring 50/100. The best months are October – February, at up to 92. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 9.1 in (231 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Lantau Island in May?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 74°F (24°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lantau Island in May?
Yes: about 9.1 in (231 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 57.9 in (1470 mm).
What should I pack for Lantau Island in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (85% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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