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Hong Kong in May

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Hong Kong are March, April, November and December. In May, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
26°C
Rainfall
196 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Hong Kong is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options. Average temperatures sit around 26°C with about 196mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Hong Kong in May

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

De Sarthe Gallery
DE SARTHE is a contemporary art gallery with spaces in Hong Kong and Scottsdale, Arizona. The gallery's contemporary art program exhibits and promotes emerging artists from Asia, a
Hong Kong Academy of Medicine
The Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (HKAM) is an independent statutory body established in 1993 to oversee postgraduate medical and dental education and training in Hong Kong. The Ac
Wong Chuk Hang Estate
Wong Chuk Hang Estate was a public housing estate in Staunton Creek, Hong Kong. The estate had ten residential blocks and was cleared in 2007. The estate has been replaced by the M
Aberdeen Sports Ground
Aberdeen Sports Ground is a rugby union and football sports ground situated at 108 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong. It is the home stadium of Hong Kong Premier League foot
Geography of Hong Kong
Hong Kong is located on the southern coast of China. Its territories can generally be divided into three areas: Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula, and the New Territories, th
Wong Chuk Hang
Wong Chuk Hang is a neighbourhood in the Southern District of Hong Kong Island, in Hong Kong.

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Hong Kong in May: FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Hong Kong?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Hong Kong's best months are generally March, April, November and December.

What is the weather like in Hong Kong in May?+

Expect average temperatures around 26°C. Rainfall averages about 196mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What should I pack for Hong Kong in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What is there to do in Hong Kong in May?+

Popular things to do include De Sarthe Gallery, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine, Wong Chuk Hang Estate and Aberdeen Sports Ground. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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