August Weather in Hong Kong

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Hong Kong, Hong Kong, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (79°F). Typically, the humidity level in Hong Kong throughout August hovers around 88%.

26°C (79°F)

Minimum temperature

28°C (83°F)

Average temperature

32°C (90°F)

Maximum temperature

88%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Hong Kong averages 384 mm (15.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 25 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 51 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 2 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 15% probability of sunny days during this period.

384 mm (15.1 inches)

Precipitation

25 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 2 minutes

Sunshine hours

15%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Hong Kong reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 3 5 9 12 13 13 11 8 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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