Hong Kong · October
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 80°F, dipping to 72°F at night. Humidity averages 78% — the limiting factor on most runs. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
80° / 72°F
Humidity
78%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
12 mph
What October feels like in Hong Kong
Sunrise
06:20
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:58
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Hong Kong in October
The kit for October in Hong Kong: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-4° avg high
-10 rain days
Hong Kong in September →
October
80°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+5° avg high
+5 rain days
Hong Kong in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Hong Kong in October?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Hong Kong in October?+
Average high 80°F, average low 72°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Hong Kong?+
Compared to September (avg high 85°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 75°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Hong Kong in October?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in October, on average.