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Water temperature in Hong Kong

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Hong Kong. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Hong Kong now

78.5

°F

May 16, 16:43

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

78.2°F

Tomorrow:

78.6°F

Sunrise:

05:43

Sunset:

18:57

Day Length:

13 h. 14 min.

Hong Kong in May

Minimum:

62.9°F

Average:

65.7°F

Maximum:

68.1°F

Sea water temperature in Hong Kong today

As of now, in Hong Kong, the water temperature is 78.5°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.4°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.9°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 75.9°F on 2023.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 79.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 78.5°F, while the maximum might reach 79.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Hong Kong

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 2 76.4°F 74.6°F 75.8°F
May 3 76.5°F 75.0°F 76.0°F
May 4 76.6°F 75.4°F 76.3°F
May 5 76.7°F 76.4°F 76.4°F
May 6 76.8°F 76.4°F 76.9°F
May 7 77.0°F 77.4°F 77.2°F
May 8 77.1°F 77.2°F 77.5°F
May 9 77.5°F 77.5°F 77.9°F
May 10 78.0°F 77.2°F 77.9°F
May 11 78.2°F 77.4°F 78.1°F
May 12 78.0°F 77.3°F 77.9°F
May 13 78.1°F 77.5°F 78.0°F
May 14 78.4°F 77.5°F 78.3°F
May 15 78.2°F 77.3°F 78.6°F
May 16 78.5°F 75.9°F 78.9°F
May 17 78.6°F 75.9°F 79.1°F
May 18 78.5°F 76.9°F 79.0°F
May 19 78.6°F 77.7°F 79.1°F
May 20 79.2°F 79.4°F 79.6°F
May 21 79.3°F 79.7°F 79.8°F
May 22 79.6°F 80.3°F 80.0°F
May 23 79.6°F 81.1°F 80.0°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Hong Kong by month

In Hong Kong, the months May through November offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 228 swimming days.
The warmest water in Hong Kong was recorded on July 28, 2023, reaching a 87.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 31, 2023, dipping to 61.2°F. The average readings by season are 67.0°F in Winter, 73.3°F in Spring, 83.5°F in Summer, and 80.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Central 78.5°F 1mi
Victoria 78.8°F 2mi
Kowloon 78.6°F 3mi
Tseung Kwan O 78.4°F 6mi
Sha Tin 78.5°F 7mi
Tuen Mun 80.0°F 15mi
Shenzhen 80.5°F 20mi
Zhuhai 78.9°F 39mi
Macau 78.6°F 41mi
Dongguan 78.2°F 58mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Hong Kong