What to pack for New Territories in October
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 77%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How October compares
Best months in New Territories: November–February. See the full best time to visit New Territories guide.
New Territories in October: the details
In October, New Territories sees average daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) and overnight lows of 21°C (70°F). Rainfall totals roughly 166 mm across 9.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.8 hours per day with 11.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 77%.
In context: October is the 6th-warmest month and the 7th-wettest in New Territories. The sunniest month is July (10.5 h/day).
| Metric | October average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27°C / 81°F |
| Overnight low | 21°C / 70°F |
| Rainfall | 166 mm over 9.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.8 h/day (11.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 77% |
| Travel score | 8.6 / 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 October?
Daytime highs in New Territories in October average 27°C (81°F); nights drop to about 21°C.
Does it rain in New Territories in October?
Expect around 9.8 rainy days and 166 mm of rainfall in October.
Is October a good time to visit New Territories?
October is one of the best months to visit New Territories. Overall travel score: 8.6/10. The best months are November–February.
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