May Weather in Hong Kong

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Hong Kong, Hong Kong, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (79°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (70°F). Typically, the humidity level in Hong Kong throughout May hovers around 79%.

21°C (70°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (79°F)

Average temperature

30°C (87°F)

Maximum temperature

79%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Hong Kong averages 171 mm (6.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 11 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 42 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 30% probability of sunny days during this period.

171 mm (6.7 inches)

Precipitation

18 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 42 minutes

Sunshine hours

30%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Hong Kong reaches a maximum of 14, 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 6 9 12 14 13 11 7 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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