What to pack for New Territories in December
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
Humidity averages 67%; max daily wind around 15 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in New Territories: November–February. See the full best time to visit New Territories guide.
New Territories in December: the details
In December, New Territories sees average daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). Rainfall totals roughly 19 mm across 3.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.2 hours per day with 10.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 67%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the driest in New Territories. The sunniest month is July (10.5 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 20°C / 68°F |
| Overnight low | 12°C / 54°F |
| Rainfall | 19 mm over 3.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.2 h/day (10.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 67% |
| Travel score | 10.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for New Territories, Hong Kong (22.42, 114.11) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is New Territories in December?
Daytime highs in New Territories in December average 20°C (68°F); nights drop to about 12°C.
Does it rain in New Territories in December?
Expect around 3.3 rainy days and 19 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit New Territories?
December is one of the best months to visit New Territories. Overall travel score: 10.0/10. The best months are November–February.
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