Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Lantau Island in October
Lantau Island edges cooler than September, with highs of 80°F (27°C), lows of 71°F (22°C) and about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain.
October opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 87/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 71°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs settle around 80°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 71°F (22°C).
Humidity averages 76%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is moderate at about 2.2 in (55 mm) for the month.
Plan around October
October is one of Lantau Island's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 2.2 in (55 mm) after 6.8 in (173 mm) in September.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: October – February.
- Comfort improves from 58/100 in September to 87/100.
- October sits inside the Oct – Dec window our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°F
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Lantau Island in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
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 October scores 87/100 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 80°F and 2.2 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.
Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)
Bronze Buddha 34 meters tall, reached by 268 steps.
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.
Nearby in October
- Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in October~14 mi · highs 83°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Macau in October~26 mi · highs 80°F, 2.7 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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Lantau Island?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain. October is inside the Oct – Dec window our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends.
How hot is Lantau Island in October?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 71°F (22°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lantau Island in October?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 57.9 in (1470 mm).
What should I pack for Lantau Island in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°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 Lantau Island
Routes in season in October
- Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau Oct – Dec
Planning Lantau Island in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.