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%.
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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.
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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.
| 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 | |
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| 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 | |||||