What to pack for New Territories in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- expect humid, sticky conditions
Humidity averages 89%; max daily wind around 15 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in New Territories: November–February. See the full best time to visit New Territories guide.
New Territories in May: the details
In May, New Territories sees average daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) and overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Rainfall totals roughly 317 mm across 23.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.9 hours per day with 13.1 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 89%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the third-wettest in New Territories. The sunniest month is July (10.5 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27°C / 81°F |
| Overnight low | 23°C / 73°F |
| Rainfall | 317 mm over 23.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.9 h/day (13.1 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 89% |
| Travel score | 5.9 / 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 May?
Daytime highs in New Territories in May average 27°C (81°F); nights drop to about 23°C.
Does it rain in New Territories in May?
Expect around 23.2 rainy days and 317 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit New Territories?
May is a fair shoulder-season month in New Territories — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.9/10. The best months are November–February.
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