Summer in Hong Kong...

Hong Kong weather in summer from June to August, can seem like swimming through soup. The sun beats down, the air is laced with humidity and shirts become tissues to stop sweat.

Locals walking around in the heat during lunchtimes look like they have just completed a marathon. Added to this misery is the constant threat of summer showers, thunderstorms and Hong Kong typhoons. Summer weather in Hong Kong is best avoided, unless absolutely necessary.

T-shirts and shorts are best, although those who easily burn in the sun may want to consider long sleeves, and if not very high factor sun cream. Raincoats are useless, as the sun will melt you and it like a candle. Just pick up an umbrella in town.

The temperature averages at 28 for much of the summer and even at night doesn't drop significantly. Rainfall can be extremely erratic, but on average you can expect 80-100mm.

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Spring in Hong Kong...

Like an unwanted hitchhiker; accompanying spring's warmer weather is a raft of rain and showers. Spring weather in Hong Kong from March to May, can bring wonderfully warm days with clear blue skies, or it can bring apocalyptic downfalls, resulting in black rainstorm warnings.

Try and check the weather ahead of time, where possible, to find a clear patch, if you're thinking of hitting Hong Kong in spring.

Wearing goggles and a snorkel might be the best advice. But seriously some effective waterproofs are a must, as well as shorts and t-shirts for warmer days and sweaters for evenings.

Temperatures rocket through the spring, starting at around 20 (68) until they hit the 30s (86) towards summer. Rainfall is equally spectacular, with an average of 90-120mm through the season.

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Winter in Hong Kong...

Winter in Hong Kong between mid-December to February, is noticeably cooler than the city's other seasons, it is nevertheless mild. Snow is unheard of in Hong Kong and frost occurs only one once or twice a year.

Crisp, clear days, with little rain, do make winter a viable time to visit Hong Kong. Seemingly, the locals don't notice that it isn't really winter outside, and will wrap themselves up like Polar Bears regardless.

Sweaters will be needed for most days and a light jacket or coat for evenings. Despite the locals, gloves and scarves are only needed by those particularly susceptible to the cold.

Temperatures never plummet to the bone chilling and you can expect 17C or 63 F. Rainfall is reasonably uncommon in winter, averaging 30-40mm.

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Fall in Hong Kong...

Fall season by September to Mid of December, is firmly the best time to be in Hong Kong. During fall, humidity is low, while temperatures are warming and skies are bright.

Autumn is the best time for outdoor activities, and to stroll around and enjoy the city, with summer being far to hot. Fall weather in Hong Kong is also the most predicatble, with sudden changes in the weather unlikely.

T-Shirt and shorts weather for most of the season, although it is advisable for you to bring a sweater for evenings, especially towards the end of the fall.

The average temperature during fall is 24C or 75F. Rainfall is very light with few rainy days, especially towards the end of the year. 20-30mm.

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Weathering the weather...

Hong Kong weather is so famous for it's unpredicatability. Rain can turn to shine in just a matter of seconds. The city of Hong Kong also hosts some of the world's more extreme weather.

In no particular order, Hong Kong weather warnings can be issued for; black rain, direct-hit typhoons, extreme heat, thunderstorms and landslides.

But don't be put off! The city is also blessed with gallons of sunshine for plenty of the year! Despite having a sub-tropical climate, the city does have four distinct seasons.

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On my next posts, find out about Hong Kong's weather on four different seasons!