🇨🇳 Beijing vs Hong Kong 🇭🇰

Beijing, China vs Hong Kong, Hong Kong — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Hong Kong is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Beijing is drier, with roughly 70 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇳 Beijing🇭🇰 Hong Kong
Avg annual high18°C25°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-9°C low)January (14°C low)
Rainy days / year65135
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberMarch, November, December

🇨🇳 Beijing

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (-9°C).

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

Best around March, November, December. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (14°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Beijing or Hong Kong warmer?

Hong Kong is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Beijing or Hong Kong?

Hong Kong is rainier — Beijing sees about 70 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Beijing vs Hong Kong?

Beijing is best around April, September, October; Hong Kong is best around March, November, December.

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