The best times to visit Sha Tin for ideal weather are

October 22nd to April 15th

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

 

 


Other Sha Tin Travel Info

Weather in Sha Tin

Temperature

Average temperatures in Sha Tin 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 46th 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 Sha Tin, 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 90.7°F (32.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.6°F (26.4°C) at night.

Sha Tin Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Sha Tin 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.

Sha Tin Perceived Temperature (F)

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Sha Tin Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Sha Tin 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 59.3 53.9
Feb 67.2 62.3 58
Mar 71.4 66.6 62.5
Apr 76.8 72.3 68.5
May 83.6 79 75.4
Jun 87.2 82.8 79.2
Jul 89.2 84.2 80.1
Aug 89.4 84.1 79.6
Sep 87.8 82.8 78.7
Oct 83 77.7 73.5
Nov 75.9 70.8 66.3
Dec 67.9 62.4 57.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 18.4 15.2 12.2
Feb 19.6 16.8 14.4
Mar 21.9 19.2 16.9
Apr 24.9 22.4 20.3
May 28.7 26.1 24.1
Jun 30.7 28.2 26.2
Jul 31.8 29 26.7
Aug 31.9 28.9 26.4
Sep 31 28.2 25.9
Oct 28.3 25.4 23.1
Nov 24.4 21.6 19.1
Dec 19.9 16.9 14

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sha Tin are January, December, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late February and early March. For example, on the week of February 26th 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 5 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Sha Tin? 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 Sha Tin.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sha Tin (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 6% 0 0.8
Feb 9% 0 1.1
Mar 11% 0 2.7
Apr 23% 0 5.7
May 37% 0 13.9
Jun 48% 0 17.1
Jul 40% 0 12.9
Aug 34% 0 11.2
Sep 30% 0 8.5
Oct 12% 0 4.2
Nov 10% 0 1.8
Dec 9% 0 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 2
Feb 9 0 2.8
Mar 11 0 6.9
Apr 23 0 14.5
May 37 0 35.3
Jun 48 0 43.4
Jul 40 0 32.8
Aug 34 0 28.4
Sep 30 0 21.6
Oct 12 0 10.7
Nov 10 0 4.6
Dec 9 0 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Sha Tin has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is December (57.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (76%).

Wind in Sha Tin is usually calm. The windiest month is June, followed by July and May. June’s average wind speed of around 5.3 knots (6.1 MPH or 9.7 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid July where average top sustained speeds reach 9.4 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Sha Tin.

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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 4.4 Light breeze 7.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.5 Light breeze 7.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.6 Light breeze 7.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.7 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.3 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.1 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.4 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.4 Light breeze 7.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.4 Light breeze 7.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 7.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.3 Light breeze 7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 60.4%
Feb 70.4%
Mar 71.5%
Apr 73%
May 75.7%
Jun 76%
Jul 73.2%
Aug 72.8%
Sep 69%
Oct 63.8%
Nov 62.9%
Dec 57.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Sha Tin?

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 Sha Tin, Hong Kong is July, followed by February and March. 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 Sha Tin in May. 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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 32.8 in May means 32.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Sha Tin Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 67°F (19.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

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 14 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Sha Tin, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.5°F (31.4°C) and 72.4°F (22.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Sha Tin to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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