Hong Kong in April: a seasonal travel plan
Hong Kong, Hong Kong. In april, the average daytime high is 26.6 °C and the night-time low is 21.2 °C. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
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Weather at a glance
- Daytime high
- 26.6 °C
- Nighttime low
- 21.2 °C
- Monthly precipitation
- 130.9 mm
- Days with at least 1 mm
- 14.5
- Daylight
- 12.7 h
2015–2024 averages. Daytime temperature is the average daily maximum; nighttime temperature is the average daily minimum.
Early, middle and late month
| Period | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Days with at least 1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1–10 | 25.8 | 20.1 | 4.0 |
| Days 11–20 | 26.7 | 21.2 | 4.6 |
| From day 21 | 27.3 | 22.4 | 5.9 |
What this month is like
Hong Kong, Hong Kong. In april, the average daytime high is 26.6 °C and the night-time low is 21.2 °C. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
There are 14.5 wet days on average, with about 130.9 mm of precipitation. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
How to plan the day
Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
Average daylight is 12.7 hours, so put longer routes in the brighter part of the day.
What to pack
Pack light clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for the evening. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
Precipitation and an alternative plan
Precipitation is frequent. Keep several indoor activities in your plans and fit longer walks between them.
What to pack
Light breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle will be useful. Add a waterproof outer layer and shoes that dry quickly.
Compared with neighbouring months
Average daytime high: previous month — 23.9 °C, April — 26.6 °C, next month — 28.9 °C. Days with at least 1 mm of precipitation: 12.0, 14.5 and 21.4.
Things to do
Hong Kong packs skyscrapers, market streets and mountain trails into the few kilometres between the harbour and the peaks. The MTR and the Star Ferry link both shores in minutes, so pick a district by the pace you want rather than by distance.
Victoria Peak
Ride the Peak Tram or a bus to the summit and walk the loop between the viewing terraces. In the evening both shores light up below you, and the air at the top is noticeably cooler, so bring a windproof layer.
Star Ferry and the Kowloon waterfront
Cross the harbour on the Star Ferry from Central to Tsim Sha Tsui and walk the Avenue of Stars. After sunset the skyline opposite glows, and the boats keep running late into the evening.
Lantau and the Big Buddha
On Lantau the Ngong Ping 360 cable car climbs to the Big Buddha and the Po Lin Monastery. From there a bus runs to Tai O, a stilt-house fishing village of dried seafood stalls; the whole route takes a day.
Where to stay
Central and Sheung Wan
The island's core suits anyone who wants MTR, ferries and bars within a few minutes of the door. Rooms are small and pricey, but evenings rarely need transport at all.
Tsim Sha Tsui
Tsim Sha Tsui works well for a first visit: waterfront, museums and the ferry pier are close together. Streets stay busy and loud after dark, and harbour-view hotels cost more.
Mong Kok
Mong Kok rewards anyone chasing markets and street food: the flower market, the bird garden and Temple Street are all nearby. The blocks are dense, and quiet parks take a walk to reach.
Getting to and around Hong Kong
The Airport Express runs from Chek Lap Kok to Hong Kong Station in Central in roughly half an hour. Inside the city the MTR is the main network, linking both shores and the New Territories. Star Ferries shuttle between Central and Tsim Sha Tsui, while the double-decker trams are good for slow sightseeing on the island. An Octopus card saves time at ticket machines.
Three days in Hong Kong
Central and the Peak
Start at Man Mo Temple and the streets of Sheung Wan, then ride the Peak Tram up to the viewing terraces in the afternoon. Come down to the piers at dusk and cross to Tsim Sha Tsui for the lights.
Kowloon
Take the ferry to Tsim Sha Tsui, walk the waterfront and visit the Museum of Art. In the afternoon head for the flower market and Temple Street, where the food stalls take over after dark.
Lantau
Ride the cable car to the Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery, then eat in Ngong Ping village. Take the bus to Tai O in the afternoon and return by ferry or metro.
Weather throughout the year
| Month | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Precipitation, mm | Days with at least 1 mm | Daylight, h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.3 | 13.4 | 51.9 | 5.9 | 10.9 |
| February | 21.3 | 14.6 | 53.1 | 6.6 | 11.4 |
| March | 23.9 | 18.0 | 106.6 | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| April | 26.6 | 21.2 | 130.9 | 14.5 | 12.7 |
| May | 28.9 | 24.5 | 276.4 | 21.4 | 13.2 |
| June | 30.1 | 27.0 | 294.2 | 25.2 | 13.5 |
| July | 30.8 | 27.4 | 203.5 | 22.2 | 13.4 |
| August | 30.5 | 27.1 | 300.4 | 26.3 | 12.9 |
| September | 30.4 | 26.3 | 202.7 | 20.1 | 12.3 |
| October | 28.2 | 22.8 | 93.0 | 9.8 | 11.7 |
| November | 25.5 | 19.3 | 58.6 | 6.4 | 11.1 |
| December | 21.2 | 14.1 | 26.2 | 3.1 | 10.8 |
Frequently asked questions
Hong Kong: what is the temperature in April?
The average daytime high is 26.6 °C and the night-time low is 21.2 °C. Start a long walking route in the morning. Plan lunch and shaded breaks for the middle of the day.
How many days with precipitation are there in April?
On average, there are 14.5 days with at least 1 mm of precipitation; the monthly total is 130.9 mm. Precipitation is frequent. Keep several indoor activities in your plans and fit longer walks between them.
What should I pack for walks in April?
Light breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle will be useful. Add a waterproof outer layer and shoes that dry quickly.
How does the weather change from the start to the end of the month?
Average daytime highs by part of the month: 1–10 — 25.8 °C; 11–20 — 26.7 °C; 21 to month-end — 27.3 °C.
How many daylight hours are there in April?
The average is 12.7 hours. Spread walks between the morning and afternoon, then leave the evening for dinner or indoor activities.
Is Hong Kong worth visiting in April?
The climate suits a trip if daytime temperatures around 26.6 °C and nights around 21.2 °C work for you. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
What can I do in Hong Kong on a wet day in April?
Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag. Keep a museum, market, café or another indoor route near your accommodation.
What should I pack for Hong Kong in April?
Pack light clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for the evening. Average daylight is 12.7 hours.