"The fragrant harbor" was once called the place where today one of the most grandiose megacities of the planet is located. This is the translation of the name of Hong Kong, located on the southern coast of the PRC. For those wishing to visit one of the world's most important economic and cultural centers, the season in Hong Kong does not really matter. There is always something to see and do, but nevertheless, it is better to have an idea of what the weather is like in Hong Kong in advance.
About weather and nature
Experts call the climate of Hong Kong subequatorial and monsoon. There are two distinct periods in the city, during which the weather varies considerably. Winter in Hong Kong is best for visiting the city for sightseeing. December is the time for cool winds from mainland China, which bring comfortable temperatures. In the period from the first days of winter to the end of March, the thermometers are kept at around +20 degrees, the days are clear and sunny, and the amount of precipitation is minimal. Serious cold snaps up to +5 - +10 degrees are rare, and therefore the winter season in Hong Kong is the optimal period for walking around the city. By the way, it was at this time that smog was minimal over Hong Kong, and therefore excellent views from Victoria Peak to the bay open. The nightly laser show with the participation of the tallest skyscrapers in Hong Kong looks especially spectacular and bright in winter.
For shopaholics and their sympathizers
Special reasons to visit Hong Kong are the unprecedented sales in its huge shopping malls and numerous boutiques. Any season in Hong Kong is suitable for a shopping trip, but the pre-Christmas weeks and the time of changing seasonal collections is the most favorable time for this.
Hong kong summer
Situated at the same latitude as Cuban Havana, summer Hong Kong is humid, hot and sweltering. From April to November, winds blow from the Pacific Ocean, bringing daily heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, squally winds and even typhoons. Despite the fact that the temperature values at this time are kept at a level not exceeding +30 degrees, it becomes quite difficult to be in the stuffy and humid urban atmosphere.
These are the months of Hong Kong's smog season. Visibility is noticeably reduced, low clouds hang over skyscrapers, and exhaust fumes from millions of cars remain trapped over city streets. Tourists escape the stuffiness and smog outside the city by visiting the beaches of Hong Kong and its amusement parks.
