Plenty of rain and plenty more humidity, if a little lighter on the heat than July. August is, howeve,r when Hong Kongers get back after vacations and Hong Kong events are plentiful.
Average High 89F (31C) Average Low 78F (26C)
August is oppressively hot and humid with regular monsoon downfalls. Typhoons in Hong Kong are occasionally seen in August, bringing high winds and plenty of rain.
What to Wear
- An umbrella can be used both for the frequent downpours, but also to deflect the intense sun, a source of protection pioneered by the locals.
- A light sweater is useful as everywhere in Hong Kong is air conditioned, often like a fridge
- Light cotton T-Shirts are useful in the soup-like humidity, allowing your body to breath.
Need to Know
- First time visitors should be wary of the humidity, which will leave you soaked in sweat after ten minutes of walking. Be sure to take on plenty of liquids to battle against dehydration.
- If outdoors for more than twenty minutes, consider sun lotion or a cap, the Hong Kong sun is unrelenting.
- If traveling to the countryside, bring mosquito repellent.
August Pros
- The sea in August is generally at its hottest and on average reaches a very pleasant 28C and the ideal time to visit the Hong Kong Beaches.
- August is live music time in Hong Kong, as a number of international superstars swing by.
- Hong Kong is effectively Typhoon -proof, and it can be fascinating to see the force of mother nature.
- Hong Kongers and expats return from vacation and the city gets its distinctive Hong Kong buzz back
August Cons
- Rain rain and more rain.
- The humidity makes it difficult to do much walking outdoors.
August Events
- 10-12 August August World Grand Prix Volleyball – Poland, China, Italy and the Dominican Republic will do battle at the Hong Kong coliseum in the Chinese leg of the World Volleyball Championships. .
- 3-5 August 5th Hong Kong Magic Festival - Magic is in the air at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, as the world’s best magicians descend on Hong Kong to perform their best tricks. A must-see for the kids.
- 16th August Gwen Stefani Pop ConcertInternational pop phenomenen Gwen Stefani is the highlight act of August. Her performance at the Asia World Expo is sure to be a sell out, so get your hands on tickets early.
