Will it rain in
Hong Kong today?
Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
Running in Hong Kong means battling subtropical humidity, typhoon season, and the city's relentless hills. Whether it's a muggy morning along the harbour, a summer typhoon signal keeping everyone indoors, or a pleasant winter run on the Peak trail, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Hong Kong right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Hong Kong's subtropical weather is throwing at you today.
What to wear
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How often does it rain in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong records around 2254mm of rain a year, spread across about 185 days — roughly 51% of all days, or 15 days in an average month. That is a genuinely wet climate for running. Rain falls on more days than not in Hong Kong, so the realistic approach is to run in it rather than around it — which makes a breathable waterproof and good grip the two things worth spending on.
The wettest month is August, averaging 392mm across about 26 rainy days. The driest is December, with 27mm over roughly 4 days. Even in January, average lows stay around 13.3°C, so cold is rarely the limiting factor here. At the other end, July averages 29.8°C highs — hot enough that early morning and evening are the sensible windows, and hydration matters more than waterproofing.
Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.
| Month | Rainfall | Rainy days | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40mm | 6 | 18.6°C | 13.3°C |
| February | 47mm | 7 | 19.5°C | 14.1°C |
| March | 88mm | 13 | 22.1°C | 17.5°C |
| April | 162mm | 16 | 24.8°C | 20.5°C |
| May | 289mm | 22 | 27.2°C | 23.7°C |
| June | 371mm | 27 | 29°C | 25.8°C |
| July | 291mm | 26 | 29.8°C | 26.3°C |
| August | 392mm | 26 | 29.5°C | 25.9°C |
| September | 279mm | 21 | 29.2°C | 25.1°C |
| October | 180mm | 11 | 26.9°C | 22.2°C |
| November | 88mm | 6 | 24.2°C | 19°C |
| December | 27mm | 4 | 19.8°C | 13.8°C |
Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.
Running in Hong Kong: common questions
Will it rain in Hong Kong today?
The forecast card at the top of this page shows Hong Kong's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Hong Kong sees rain on about 185 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 51% chance of some rain falling.
Is it a good day to run in Hong Kong?
RainOrRun scores the live Hong Kong forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.
What is the best time to run in Hong Kong today?
The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Hong Kong — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.
What should I wear running in Hong Kong today?
The gear section on this page updates with the live Hong Kong forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.
What is the wettest month in Hong Kong?
August is the wettest month in Hong Kong, averaging 392mm of rain across about 26 rainy days. December is the driest, with around 27mm over roughly 4 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.
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