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Hong Kong in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Hong Kong in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Hong Kong, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Hong Kong in February 2025

OK Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Fresh water
If you plan to visit Hong Kong in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +64°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 12 rainy days in the month and around 46 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
46 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Hong Kong has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Hong Kong in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Hong Kong for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +77°F during the day to a minimum of +52°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +68°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +66°F.

Is Hong Kong warm or cold in February?

Hong Kong is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +55°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Hong Kong, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Hong Kong in February

Water in Hong Kong in February is Fresh. It varies from +63°F to +68°F, with an average of +66°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +64°F.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Hong Kong are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +66°F.

Can you swim in Hong Kong in February?

Water temperature (+66°F) in Hong Kong in February might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Hong Kong in February

Hong Kong weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+63°F+64°F+68°F
Min. temperature
+34°F+37°F+37°F
Max. temperature
+77°F+79°F+82°F
Rainfall
24 mm46 mm68 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+66°F+66°F+68°F
Humidity
72%78%80%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1018 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
733
Cloudy days
151312
Rainy days
81216
Snowy days
000

February typically has worse weather conditions compared to January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +64°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 24 mm to 46 mm. Humidity rises from 72% to 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in January to 3 in February.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Hong Kong in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Hong Kong is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Hong Kong based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 21% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 11 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Hong Kong wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 84% chance of precipitation and 325 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 24 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Hong Kong?

This is the weather in Hong Kong in February 2023:
1 February
☁️
+71°F
2 February
☀️
+68°F
3 February
☁️
+66°F
4 February
☁️
+64°F
5 February
☁️
+64°F
6 February
☁️
+69°F
7 February
☁️
+72°F
8 February
☁️
+65°F
9 February
☁️
+71°F
10 February
☁️
+71°F
11 February
☁️
+69°F
12 February
☁️
+70°F
13 February
☁️
+75°F
14 February
☁️
+64°F
15 February
☀️
+63°F
16 February
☁️
+63°F
17 February
☀️
+68°F
18 February
☁️
+72°F
19 February
☁️
+77°F
20 February
☁️
+71°F
21 February
☀️
+66°F
22 February
☀️
+66°F
23 February
☀️
+68°F
24 February
☀️
+71°F
25 February
☀️
+65°F
26 February
☀️
+65°F
27 February
☀️
+64°F
28 February
☀️
+67°F
In February 2023 Hong Kong had 11 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 38%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Hong Kong climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Hong Kong in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+73°F) and the highest in 2023 (+78°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 1147 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3151 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Hong Kong in February:

Is February a good time to visit Hong Kong?

It’s always a good time to visit Hong Kong, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Hong Kong in February?

February has mild temperatures in Hong Kong. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Hong Kong in February?

In general, you can swim in Hong Kong in February, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +66°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Hong Kong rainy in February?

Hong Kong is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Hong Kong in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Hong Kong in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Hong Kong

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Hong Kong, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.