The best times to visit Ma Wan for ideal weather are

November 5th to April 8th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ma Wan Travel Info

Weather in Ma Wan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ma Wan vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 47th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ma Wan, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 89.9°F (32.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.5°F (26.4°C) at night.

Ma Wan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ma Wan Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ma Wan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ma Wan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ma Wan Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 65.1 58.7 53
Feb 68.7 62.6 57.8
Mar 73.4 67.2 62.6
Apr 78.8 72.6 68.3
May 85.1 79.1 75
Jun 87.6 82.1 78.5
Jul 89.1 83.2 79.1
Aug 88.7 83.2 79.2
Sep 88.1 82.1 77.7
Oct 83.9 77.3 72.5
Nov 76.9 70.3 65.2
Dec 68 61.8 56.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 18.4 14.8 11.7
Feb 20.4 17 14.3
Mar 23 19.6 17
Apr 26 22.6 20.2
May 29.5 26.2 23.9
Jun 30.9 27.8 25.8
Jul 31.7 28.4 26.2
Aug 31.5 28.4 26.2
Sep 31.2 27.8 25.4
Oct 28.8 25.2 22.5
Nov 24.9 21.3 18.4
Dec 20 16.6 13.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ma Wan are January, November, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late October. For example, on the week of October 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Ma Wan? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ma Wan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ma Wan (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 5% 0 0.9
Feb 10% 0 1.2
Mar 11% 0 2.2
Apr 22% 0 5.1
May 31% 0 8.8
Jun 39% 0 12.6
Jul 35% 0 8.9
Aug 35% 0 8.1
Sep 23% 0 5.8
Oct 8% 0 1.9
Nov 7% 0 1
Dec 9% 0 1.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 2.3
Feb 10 0 3
Mar 11 0 5.6
Apr 22 0 13
May 31 0 22.4
Jun 39 0 32
Jul 35 0 22.6
Aug 35 0 20.6
Sep 23 0 14.7
Oct 8 0 4.8
Nov 7 0 2.5
Dec 9 0 3.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Ma Wan has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is December (59.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (79.2%).

Wind in Ma Wan is usually calm. The windiest month is June, followed by July and April. June’s average wind speed of around 7.3 knots (8.4 MPH or 13.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late June where average top sustained speeds reach 15.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ma Wan.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.5 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 11.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 7 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
May 7 Gentle breeze 12.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 7.3 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Jul 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 6.3 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Sep 6.8 Light breeze 12 Gentle breeze
Oct 6.7 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.8 Light breeze 11 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.9 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.6%
Feb 70%
Mar 70.5%
Apr 74%
May 76.4%
Jun 79.2%
Jul 77.5%
Aug 77.9%
Sep 72.5%
Oct 64.8%
Nov 65.1%
Dec 59.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ma Wan?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Hong Kong; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ma Wan, Hong Kong is September, followed by October and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ma Wan in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 79.4 in December means 79.4% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Ma Wan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 87.3°F (30.7°C) and 68.6°F (20.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 11 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Ma Wan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.2°F (31.8°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Ma Wan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 72.8°F (22.7°C) and 63.6°F (17.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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