Hong Kong in February

In February, Hong Kong averages 19°C (66°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night, with around 9 days of rain (55 mm total).

High season

Conditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

February is a great month to visit Hong Kong: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

19°C
Avg high
15°C
Avg low
9
Rain days
55 mm
Rainfall

How February compares to the rest of the year in Hong Kong

11th
warmest month of the 12
8th
wettest month of the 12
2%
of yearly rainfall falls in February
11 h 24 min
daylight on the 15th

February is one of the coolest months in Hong Kong (11th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (8th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 6°C below the annual average (25°C). February runs 1°C warmer than January (18°C) and warms a further 2°C into March (21°C).

February sunrise & sunset in Hong Kong

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:55 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:19 PM
Day length
11 h 24 min

Times shown for Hong Kong local time (Asia/Hong_Kong), calculated for the 15th of February. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Hong Kong — February

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of February, in Hong Kong's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:55 AM – 6:35 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:35 AM – 7:35 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:39 PM – 6:39 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:39 PM – 7:19 PM

📅 When to book — Hong Kong in February

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on February's tier (High season) and Hong Kong's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
3-4 months
Prices are above off-season but not the absolute peak. Tuesday/Wednesday departures are usually cheaper than weekend ones.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
3-5 months
Wide selection still available at this lead time. Premium properties book first; consider 'last-minute deal' availability at 2-week mark if your dates are flexible.
⚠ Chinese New Year disrupts SE Asian flights and hotels for 2-3 weeks — book 5+ months ahead if traveling around the lunar New Year (late Jan to mid-Feb).

February in Hong Kong — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

🐲
Chinese New Year / Spring Festival
Travel surge · high impact

The largest annual human migration on earth — 300M+ people travel. Mainland China sees mass closures of restaurants, attractions, and shops for ~1 week; transport books out months ahead.

Plan: Travel within mainland China is genuinely hard during this window. Hong Kong/Singapore stay open but very busy. If you can shift dates, do.

Crowds & pricing — February in Hong Kong

High season

This is a busy month in Hong Kong — not the absolute peak, but tourist numbers are clearly elevated. You'll feel it at headline attractions on weekends and in the historic centre, though side streets and lesser-known sights stay manageable. Prices are above off-season but not at their summit. A good week for first-time visitors who want everything open without the worst of the crush.

Why this tier: excellent tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — February in Hong Kong

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
9.9
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●○○○
Low
Mosquitoes present but manageable. Pack repellent (DEET 10-20%) for evenings near water.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in Hong Kong — February

19°C (66°F)
cool
swimmable but bracing — wetsuit helps for long sessions

Across the year Hong Kong's sea swings from 18.6°C (January) to 29.3°C (July) — February sits at 19°C.

Hong Kong in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 18°C / 64°F 14°C / 57°F 25 mm 5
February 19°C / 66°F 15°C / 59°F 55 mm 9
March 21°C / 70°F 17°C / 63°F 85 mm 11
April 25°C / 77°F 20°C / 68°F 165 mm 12
May 28°C / 82°F 23°C / 73°F 295 mm 15
June 30°C / 86°F 26°C / 79°F 395 mm 19
July 31°C / 88°F 26°C / 79°F 375 mm 17
August 31°C / 88°F 26°C / 79°F 450 mm 17
September 30°C / 86°F 25°C / 77°F 325 mm 14
October 28°C / 82°F 22°C / 72°F 100 mm 7
November 24°C / 75°F 18°C / 64°F 40 mm 5
December 20°C / 68°F 15°C / 59°F 25 mm 4

Other cities with similar February weather

🌍 See the full ranked list of climate twins for Hong Kong in February →

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Hong Kong in February?

In February, Hong Kong averages a high of 19°C (66°F) and a low of 15°C (59°F) — generally mild and pleasant.

Does it rain a lot in Hong Kong in February?

February sees occasional rain in Hong Kong, with about 9 rainy days on average.

Is February a good time to visit Hong Kong?

February is mild and pleasant. It suits travelers who are comfortable with mild and pleasant weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Hong Kong in February?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full February packing list for Hong Kong for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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