Hong Kong Tour

When to Go to Hong Kong?

Like any decision you make in life, you should consider the timeliness and appropriateness of everything you do. Trips are not any different form those decisions you make, you have to make sure you’re taking the perfect time off and all preparations are good to go. Here are few tips on how to make that perfect trip. Our destination: Hong Kong.

What’s the best time to go to Hong Kong? Let’s check out Hong Kong’s weather.

Hong Kong has four seasons just like any topographical region. Hong Kong has a subtropical climate, which means it is prone to a lot of typhoons year around. Typhoons are really nasty if forecasted on a scale of 8. If this happens, businesses and establishments close down to shelter themselves and hide to safer ground. But don’t worry; the local news centers will forecast any approaching typhoon.

Spring in Hong Kong is between March to mid-May. Humidity rises at 82% and temperature ranges between 18°C to a balmy 27°C. The evenings can be a little bit cool so having light jackets along with your wardrobe is a good idea. Summer in the tropics can be a little sticky, as humidity is at its peak during this season. The humidity in the air reaches almost 86%, not to mention the temperature reaches 26° C to a steaming 33°C. It’s so hot you can see a mirage on pavements and you can tell it’s hot because you’re sweating a lot. Including cotton shorts and short-sleeved shirts are perfect. Bringing with you a hat or an umbrella, can shield you from the scorching rays of the sun. Sunglasses are a must too.

Autumn brings clear sunny days. The temperature ranges from 18°C to 28°C and humidity drops at 72%. Short sleeves and light jackets will do fine. Winter offers a big relief from humidity and significant decrease in temperature as well. Temperature drops to 14°C to 20°C, it is a good idea to bring those overcoats, as nights can get a little chilly, especially when you’re in air-conditioned establishments.

Spring should be the best time to visit Hong Kong, as the humidity during the summer can sometimes be unbearable, especially if you came from a humidity-free location of the globe. Spring also hosts the time for the International Food Fair, Every January brings about 15,000 tourists around the world to witness this fun and exciting event.

So what do we really need to bring? Well, it all depends on what reason you have going there. If you’re there to enjoy the beaches, then dress down to your swimsuits. If you’re up for stroll around the sights, then pack those stout shoes. If you’re there for a business trip, throw in a few suits in that luggage. No need to bring those thick woolies for winter, you won’t need them. You can bring light jackets if you want.

It’s always a good idea to know what to expect when traveling. Being prepared in a foreign land saves you a lot of money, like buying things that you shouldn’t have. Knowing a little bit about your destination saves you money and you can use that money to buy yourself maybe some souvenirs instead.