Hong Kong edges it in October. Hong Kong averages 24–28°C with moderate-high crowds; Bangkok 25–33°C with low crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Hong Kong and Bangkok
The verdict for October
Warm, bright and much drier
+Excellent weather improvement
–Higher demand
October is one of Hong Kong’s strongest travel months, with temperatures dropping and rainfall falling sharply from summer levels. The city also has a strong autumn events calendar.
The rains begin to ease
+Low-season prices and crowds, with conditions beginning to improve toward the end of the month.
–Rain remains significant and weather can still be unpredictable.
Late October often delivers dry-season feel at wet-season prices.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
Another month