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Hong Kong Braces for Cooler Weather Amid High Humidity and Fog

As a northeastern monsoon approaches, temperatures are set to drop, bringing some relief from the recent high humidity levels.

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People pass by Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront. Internet users shared pictures showing water droplets forming on the surfaces of ceilings and walls. Photo: Jelly Tse
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A cable car at Ngong Ping, Lantau Island, heads into the mist caused by humid weather conditions. Photo: Elson LI

Overview

  • Hong Kong experiences 100% relative humidity, leading to foggy conditions and visibility dropping to as low as 100 metres in parts of the city.
  • The Hong Kong Observatory forecasts a gradual temperature drop, with Thursday morning temperatures expected to dip to 16 degrees Celsius.
  • Residents struggle with damp buildings and slippery floors, prompting health concerns and advice on coping with high humidity.
  • A northeastern monsoon is expected to lower humidity levels and bring cooler air, with temperatures remaining below 20 degrees Celsius until early next week.
  • Forecasters predict cloudy weather with bright periods for the rest of the week, with patches of rain over the weekend.