What to expect in Hong Kong in December
December is one of the best times to visit Hong Kong. Expect 20° / 16°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Hong Kong weather in December
Typical conditions in Hong Kong during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 20°C 68°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 16°C 61°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 16/100 |
| Total rainfall | 29 mm1.1 in |
| Rainy days | 5 |
| Sea temperature | 21°C 69°F |
| Daylight | 10 h 47 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 20°C with lows near 16°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Hong Kong — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 20°C by day and about 16°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Hong Kong. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual.
Tours worth booking in Hong Kong
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in December, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Hong Kong in December compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 28° / 24° | High | $$ | 49 |
| November | 25° / 20° | High | $$ | 55 |
| December · This month | 20° / 16° | High | $$$ | 49 |
| January | 19° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
| February | 19° / 15° | High | $$ | 54 |
These months score higher for Hong Kong on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in December
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in December.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated November 2026
