Month guide · Hong Kong · China
Hong Kong in September
What September is really like in Hong Kong: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
September is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 14 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Still hot and typhoon-prone in the first half, easing late in the month; Mid-Autumn lanterns light the parks.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 14
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Hong Kong: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 26°C (79°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 14 of its 30 days. Compared with August (32°C (90°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs drop to around 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:10
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:27
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Autumn (October–November). Dry, sunny and comfortable — the best time for hikes, island trips and outdoor dining, with crowds around Golden Week.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 3 for crowds (the peak is February at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in December). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in September
- Mid-Autumn Festival lanterns in Victoria Park and the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance (September or early October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · West Kowloon
Hong Kong Palace Museum
Special exhibitions can need separate timed tickets; check what is showing before you go.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Art
- Rainy day
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Viewpoint · The Peak
Victoria Peak and the Peak Tram
The Peak Tram has hauled passengers up a steep track from Garden Road since 1888, arriving at the Peak Tower about 400 metres above the harbour.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- Couples
- After dark
- Photo spot
Experience · Victoria Harbour
Star Ferry
Sit on the upper deck on the side facing the skyline; the Tsim Sha Tsui-bound trip has the best view of Hong Kong Island.
- Time needed
- 10 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- Kids
- Couples
- After dark
Waterfront · Tsim Sha Tsui
Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade and Avenue of Stars
The harbourfront walk from the Clock Tower to the Avenue of Stars, with its Bruce Lee statue and film-star handprints, faces the full sweep of the Hong Kong Island skyline.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- After dark
- Views
- Photo spot
- Kids
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Hong Kong.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 26°C and 14 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Hong Kong?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, October–December are better overall. Compare every month.
Hong Kong in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Hong Kong?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Still hot and typhoon-prone in the first half, easing late in the month; Mid-Autumn lanterns light the parks.
+How warm is Hong Kong in September?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Hong Kong in September?
Expect rain on about 14 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.