🇭🇰 Hong Kong vs Manila 🇵🇭

Hong Kong, Hong Kong vs Manila, Philippines — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Manila is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. Hong Kong is drier, with roughly 6 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇭🇰 Hong Kong🇵🇭 Manila
Avg annual high25°C31°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)April (34°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (14°C low)January (22°C low)
Rainy days / year135141
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMarch, November, DecemberJanuary, February, March

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

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

🇵🇭 Manila

Best around January, February, March. Hottest in April (34°C), coldest lows in January (22°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hong Kong or Manila warmer?

Manila is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Hong Kong or Manila?

Manila is rainier — Hong Kong sees about 6 fewer rainy days per year.

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

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

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