🇭🇰 Hong Kong vs Kathmandu 🇳🇵

Hong Kong, Hong Kong vs Kathmandu, Nepal — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Kathmandu is drier, with roughly 29 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇭🇰 Hong Kong🇳🇵 Kathmandu
Avg annual high25°C25°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)May (29°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (14°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year135106
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Best months to visitMarch, November, DecemberFebruary, November, December

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

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

🇳🇵 Kathmandu

Best around February, November, December. Hottest in May (29°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hong Kong or Kathmandu warmer?

Hong Kong and Kathmandu have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Hong Kong or Kathmandu?

Hong Kong is rainier — Kathmandu sees about 29 fewer rainy days per year.

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

Hong Kong is best around March, November, December; Kathmandu is best around February, November, December.

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