Top cities in Hong Kong
Central, Victoria Peak and the old tram, with the best views of the harbour.
The waterfront and the nightly light show, the markets of Mong Kok and big malls.
The Big Buddha and the Ngong Ping cable car, and Hong Kong Disneyland.
Beaches and quiet waterfronts on the south side of the island.
About an hour by ferry or over the sea bridge, with its old Portuguese buildings.
Weather in Hong Kong by month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 19° | 19° | 22° | 26° | 29° | 31° | 32° | 31° | 31° | 28° | 25° | 20° |
| Low | 15° | 15° | 18° | 21° | 25° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 24° | 20° | 16° |
| Rain (mm) | 33 | 39 | 75 | 153 | 291 | 492 | 386 | 453 | 321 | 120 | 39 | 29 |
| Month | High | Low | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19° | 15° | 33 |
| Feb | 19° | 15° | 39 |
| Mar | 22° | 18° | 75 |
| Apr | 26° | 21° | 153 |
| May | 29° | 25° | 291 |
| Jun | 31° | 27° | 492 |
| Jul | 32° | 27° | 386 |
| Aug | 31° | 27° | 453 |
| Sep | 31° | 26° | 321 |
| Oct | 28° | 24° | 120 |
| Nov | 25° | 20° | 39 |
| Dec | 20° | 16° | 29 |
Source: 1991–2020 normals, in degrees Celsius.
Best time to visit Hong Kong
October to December is the loveliest time: clear, pleasant weather with days of 20° to 28°.
January to March is mild and cool (around 19°), good for walking and shopping.
May to September is hot and humid, with heavy rain and typhoons (around 492 mm in June).
Before you travel
- An Octopus card covers the MTR, trams, ferries and many shops.
- Go up Victoria Peak before sunset to see the city by day and by night.
- The harbour light show starts at 8 pm every night; the best view is from Tsim Sha Tsui.
- Halal restaurants are easy to find in Tsim Sha Tsui and around the Kowloon Mosque.
Flights to Hong Kong
Hotels in Hong Kong: the best areas to stay
Frequently asked questions
Do Saudis need a visa for Hong Kong?
No, Saudis can enter visa-free for up to 90 days since 15 January 2025.
Is there a direct flight from Riyadh to Hong Kong?
Cathay Pacific returns with a daily direct flight on 1 February 2027; until then, fly via Dubai or Doha.
Does visa-free entry to Hong Kong cover mainland China?
Hong Kong has its own entry system; Saudis can currently enter mainland China visa-free for up to 30 days under an exemption that runs to 31 December 2026.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; entry requirements and flight schedules change. Please check the official requirements before travel. The binding price is the one in your booking confirmation.