🇭🇰 Hong Kong vs Irkutsk 🇷🇺

Hong Kong, Hong Kong vs Irkutsk, Russia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Hong Kong is the warmer of the two — about 18 degrees warmer on average across the year. Hong Kong is drier, with roughly 18 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇭🇰 Hong Kong🇷🇺 Irkutsk
Avg annual high25°C7°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (14°C low)January (-23°C low)
Rainy days / year135153
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Best months to visitMarch, November, DecemberJune, July, August

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

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

🇷🇺 Irkutsk

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (-23°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hong Kong or Irkutsk warmer?

Hong Kong is warmer overall, averaging about 18 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Hong Kong or Irkutsk?

Irkutsk is rainier — Hong Kong sees about 18 fewer rainy days per year.

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

Hong Kong is best around March, November, December; Irkutsk is best around June, July, August.

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