🇭🇰 Hong Kong vs Seoul 🇰🇷

Hong Kong, Hong Kong vs Seoul, South Korea — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Hong Kong is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. Seoul is drier, with roughly 23 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇭🇰 Hong Kong🇰🇷 Seoul
Avg annual high25°C17°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)August (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (14°C low)January (-6°C low)
Rainy days / year135112
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitMarch, November, DecemberMay, September, October

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

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

🇰🇷 Seoul

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in August (30°C), coldest lows in January (-6°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hong Kong or Seoul warmer?

Hong Kong is warmer overall, averaging about 8 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Hong Kong or Seoul?

Hong Kong is rainier — Seoul sees about 23 fewer rainy days per year.

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

Hong Kong is best around March, November, December; Seoul is best around May, September, October.

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