🇭🇰 Hong Kong vs Tokyo 🇯🇵

Hong Kong, Hong Kong vs Tokyo, Japan — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Hong Kong is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Tokyo is drier, with roughly 27 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇭🇰 Hong Kong🇯🇵 Tokyo
Avg annual high25°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)August (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (14°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year135108
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitMarch, November, DecemberApril, May, October

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

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

🇯🇵 Tokyo

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Hong Kong or Tokyo warmer?

Hong Kong is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Hong Kong or Tokyo?

Hong Kong is rainier — Tokyo sees about 27 fewer rainy days per year.

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

Hong Kong is best around March, November, December; Tokyo is best around April, May, October.

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