July could be a good time to visit Hong Kong, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +30°C, and there are typically 1 sunny days in July. However, expect about 26 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 250 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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July is usually the hottest month of the year in Hong Kong;
Average weather
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+30°C
Avg. max. temperature
+20°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
250 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
26 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Hong Kong has OK weather in July.
Average temperature in Hong Kong in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Hong Kong for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in July is +31°C with a maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +24°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +31°C.
Is Hong Kong warm or cold in July?
Hong Kong is typically warm in July.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +29°C to +30°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
July is the hottest month in Hong Kong, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Hong Kong in July
Water in Hong Kong in July is Very warm. It varies from +28°C to +30°C, with an average of +29°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +30°C.
The water temperature in July is one of the warmest of the entire 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 July?
You can definitely swim in Hong Kong in July, the water is very warm (+29°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Hong Kong in July
Hong Kong weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+29°C
+30°C
+29°C
Min. temperature
+18°C
+20°C
+21°C
Max. temperature
+33°C
+35°C
+35°C
Rainfall
296 mm
250 mm
325 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+28°C
+29°C
+28°C
Humidity
83%
81%
82%
Air pressure
1005 HPa
1004 HPa
1004 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
1
Cloudy days
2
2
1
Rainy days
26
26
26
Snowy days
0
0
0
July weather is still as ok as in June.It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +29°C to +30°C during the day.As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 296 mm to 250 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 83% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Hong Kong in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Hong Kong is gradually increasing during July, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Hong Kong based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 323 mm, with a 74% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 83 mm, which is considered heavy rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
July is one of the rainiest months in Hong Kong, here is a comparison with other months, 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 July in Hong Kong?
This is the weather in Hong Kong in July 2023:
1 July
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+28°C
2 July
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+27°C
3 July
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+30°C
4 July
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+31°C
5 July
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+31°C
6 July
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+31°C
7 July
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+31°C
8 July
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+31°C
9 July
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+32°C
10 July
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+32°C
11 July
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+31°C
12 July
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+32°C
13 July
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+32°C
14 July
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+33°C
15 July
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+34°C
16 July
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+31°C
17 July
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+28°C
18 July
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+30°C
19 July
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+29°C
20 July
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+30°C
21 July
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+31°C
22 July
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+31°C
23 July
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+31°C
24 July
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+31°C
25 July
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+33°C
26 July
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+35°C
27 July
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+34°C
28 July
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+32°C
29 July
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+30°C
30 July
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+29°C
31 July
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+31°C
In July 2023 Hong Kong had 4 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in July?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Hong Kong climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Hong Kong in July 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 July:
Is July a good time to visit Hong Kong?
It’s always a good time to visit Hong Kong, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Hong Kong in July?
July 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 July?
Yes, you can swim in Hong Kong in July, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +29°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Hong Kong rainy in July?
Hong Kong is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Hong Kong in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Hong Kong in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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.