What to pack for New Territories in January
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
Humidity averages 73%; max daily wind around 15 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in New Territories: November–February. See the full best time to visit New Territories guide.
New Territories in January: the details
In January, New Territories sees average daytime highs of 20°C (67°F) and overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). Rainfall totals roughly 20 mm across 4.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.4 hours per day with 10.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 73%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 11th-wettest in New Territories. The sunniest month is July (10.5 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 20°C / 67°F |
| Overnight low | 12°C / 54°F |
| Rainfall | 20 mm over 4.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.4 h/day (10.8 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 73% |
| 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 January?
Daytime highs in New Territories in January average 20°C (67°F); nights drop to about 12°C.
Does it rain in New Territories in January?
Expect around 4.8 rainy days and 20 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit New Territories?
January 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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