March could be a good time to visit Hong Kong, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +20°C, and there are typically 3 sunny days in March. However, expect about 16 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 68 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+20°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
68 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Hong Kong has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Hong Kong in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Hong Kong for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +22°C with a maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +14°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +23°C to +20°C.
Is Hong Kong warm or cold in March?
Hong Kong is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +18°C to +20°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +13°C to +16°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Hong Kong:
Water temperature in Hong Kong in March
Water in Hong Kong in March is Fresh. It varies from +18°C to +22°C, with an average of +20°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +20°C.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest 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 March?
Water temperature (+20°C) in Hong Kong in March might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Hong Kong in March
Hong Kong weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+18°C
+20°C
+24°C
Min. temperature
+3°C
+3°C
+9°C
Max. temperature
+26°C
+28°C
+30°C
Rainfall
46 mm
68 mm
122 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+19°C
+20°C
+23°C
Humidity
78%
80%
82%
Air pressure
1018 HPa
1015 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
3
3
1
Cloudy days
13
12
9
Rainy days
12
16
19
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +18°C to +20°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 46 mm to 68 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 80%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Hong Kong in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 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 March, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Hong Kong based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 147 mm, with a 39% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 83 mm, which is considered heavy rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March 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 March in Hong Kong?
This is the weather in Hong Kong in March 2023:
1 March
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+23°C
2 March
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+21°C
3 March
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+21°C
4 March
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+21°C
5 March
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+22°C
6 March
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+21°C
7 March
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+21°C
8 March
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+22°C
9 March
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+24°C
10 March
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+23°C
11 March
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+23°C
12 March
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+24°C
13 March
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+19°C
14 March
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+20°C
15 March
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+22°C
16 March
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+24°C
17 March
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+23°C
18 March
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+24°C
19 March
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+21°C
20 March
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+24°C
21 March
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+24°C
22 March
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+24°C
23 March
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+26°C
24 March
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+27°C
25 March
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+23°C
26 March
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+19°C
27 March
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+18°C
28 March
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+18°C
29 March
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+21°C
30 March
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+20°C
31 March
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+20°C
In March 2023 Hong Kong had 9 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +18°C. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Hong Kong climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Hong Kong in March 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 March:
Is March a good time to visit Hong Kong?
It’s always a good time to visit Hong Kong, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Hong Kong in March?
March has mild temperatures in Hong Kong. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Hong Kong in March?
In general, you can swim in Hong Kong in March, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +20°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Hong Kong rainy in March?
Hong Kong is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Hong Kong in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Hong Kong in March, 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.