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Hong Kong in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Hong Kong in April and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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April

Weather in Hong Kong in April 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Comfortable water
April could be a good time to visit Hong Kong, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +24°C, and there are typically 1 sunny days in April. However, expect about 19 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 122 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+9°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
122 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Hong Kong has OK weather in April.

Average temperature in Hong Kong in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Hong Kong for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +24°C with a maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +16°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 31% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +21°C to +25°C.

Is Hong Kong warm or cold in April?

Hong Kong is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +20°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +16°C to +19°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Hong Kong:

Water temperature in Hong Kong in April

Water in Hong Kong in April is Comfortable. It varies from +20°C to +26°C, with an average of +23°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +24°C.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Hong Kong are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +19°C.

Can you swim in Hong Kong in April?

The water in Hong Kong in April is pretty comfortable (+23°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Hong Kong in April

Hong Kong weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+20°C+24°C+27°C
Min. temperature
+3°C+9°C+15°C
Max. temperature
+28°C+30°C+34°C
Rainfall
68 mm122 mm245 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+20°C+23°C+27°C
Humidity
80%82%83%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1012 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
311
Cloudy days
1294
Rainy days
161924
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as ok as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +20°C to +24°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 68 mm to 122 mm. Humidity rises from 80% to 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in March to 1 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Hong Kong in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Hong Kong is gradually decreasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Hong Kong based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 162 mm, with a 60% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 40 mm, which is moderate rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Hong Kong wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 84% chance of precipitation and 325 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 24 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Hong Kong?

This is the weather in Hong Kong in April 2023:
1 April
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+21°C
2 April
☁️
+21°C
3 April
☁️
+22°C
4 April
🌧️
+25°C
5 April
🌧️
+24°C
6 April
🌧️
+27°C
7 April
☁️
+24°C
8 April
☁️
+20°C
9 April
☁️
+21°C
10 April
☁️
+23°C
11 April
☁️
+26°C
12 April
☁️
+25°C
13 April
☁️
+24°C
14 April
☁️
+27°C
15 April
☁️
+29°C
16 April
☁️
+28°C
17 April
☁️
+27°C
18 April
🌧️
+28°C
19 April
🌧️
+25°C
20 April
🌧️
+26°C
21 April
☁️
+25°C
22 April
☁️
+24°C
23 April
☁️
+24°C
24 April
🌧️
+24°C
25 April
☁️
+21°C
26 April
☁️
+23°C
27 April
☁️
+24°C
28 April
☀️
+26°C
29 April
☁️
+26°C
30 April
☁️
+25°C
In April 2023 Hong Kong had 1 sunny days, 22 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +24°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +20°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Hong Kong climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Hong Kong in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+23°C) and the highest in 2023 (+25°C). The driest year was 2011 with only 1147 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3151 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Hong Kong in April:

Is April a good time to visit Hong Kong?

It’s always a good time to visit Hong Kong, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Hong Kong in April?

April is warm in Hong Kong. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Hong Kong in April?

Yes, the water temperature in Hong Kong in April is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +23°C.

Is Hong Kong rainy in April?

Hong Kong is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Hong Kong in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Hong Kong in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Hong Kong

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Hong Kong, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.