TRAVEL TIPS WHEN TO GO
TIME
Hong Kong has a subtropical climate with distinct seasons. It can be visited year-round. The warmest months are from late May to September. The cooler, dryer winter months are from December to February and considered the best time to visit Hong Kong. Soak up the lively atmosphere during the months of January and February when Hong Kong is illuminated with festivals such as the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival.
Hong Kong is 2 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
ELECTRICITY 220-240V 50Hz. An adapter is required.
CURRENCY Hong Kong Dollar (HKD).
Some shops close for the Chinese New Year that runs from mid-January to February. For a less expensive holiday, avoid travelling around Chinese national holidays.
VISAS & PASSPORTS A valid passport is required with at least six months validity beyond the intended stay is required in Hong Kong, Macau and China. A visa is not required for less than 90 days to Hong Kong for Australian passport holders. Travel advice is available from the Australian Government at smartraveller.gov.au.
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ATTRACTION
Major credit cards are widely accepted and ATMs are widespread throughout Hong Kong.
TIPPING Tipping is discretionary. As a guide, most restaurants in Hong Kong will levy a 10% service charge.
LANGUAGE Cantonese and English are the official languages. Communicating with locals is easy as English is widely spoken.
TEMPERATURE & RAINFALL Hong Kong Temperature (max ยบC) Average rainfall (mm)
Cable Car at Ocean Park
J 18 21
F 20 33
M 22 45
A 26 112
M 29 158
J 30 237
J 31 252
A 31 281
S 29 166
O 28 41
N 24 22
D 20 21
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