End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Lantau Island in September
Little changes in Lantau Island from August: highs stay near 83°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), and about 6.8 in (173 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 58/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 6.8 in (173 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What September feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (29°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 77°F (25°C).
With 81% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 6.8 in (173 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are October – February.
- Comfort improves from 44/100 in August to 58/100.
- Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lantau Island in September
With 6.8 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 6.8 in of rain.
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.
Cheung Sha Beach
Long sandy beach on Lantau's south coast with lifeguards in summer.
Lantau Peak (Fung Wong Shan)
Hong Kong's second-highest peak, a steep climb with sweeping sea views.
Nearby in September
- Hong Kong Island and Kowloon in September~14 mi · highs 86°F, 6.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Macau in September~26 mi · highs 84°F, 7.7 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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Lantau Island?
It's middling, scoring 58/100. The best months are October – February, at up to 92. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 6.8 in (173 mm) of rain. Our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route recommends Oct – Dec, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Lantau Island in September?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lantau Island in September?
Yes: about 6.8 in (173 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 57.9 in (1470 mm).
What should I pack for Lantau Island in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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