Hong Kong vs Shenzhen

Hong Kong and Shenzhen are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Hong Kong sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Shenzhen is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in December.

Hong Kong reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Shenzhen averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Hong Kong receives approximately 29 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Shenzhen sees 31 mm over 4 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.