Current Time in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
香港
Dialling: +852
City Details
Hong Kong
香港
Lat: 22.3193° N
Long: 114.1694° E
Population: 7,500,000
Time Zone
Asia/Hong_Kong
GMT+8
Public Holidays in Hong Kong SAR China
Holy Saturday
耶穌受難節翌日
Ching Ming Festival
清明節
Easter Monday
復活節星期一
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Time Difference from You to Hong Kong
Business Hours in Hong Kong
Sunrise & Sunset in Hong Kong Today
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Current Weather in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China
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Overview
Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of China on the Pearl River Delta, with 7.5 million residents across 1,114 km² of islands, peninsula and New Territories. It is one of the world's most important financial centres and the fourth most densely populated territory on Earth, with over 6,300 people per km².
Administrative Region
Hong Kong SAR
CN-HK
Local Currency
HK$
Metadata
- Web Domain.hk
- ISO CodeCN-HK
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
Fishing and farming communities inhabited the area for thousands of years before Britain acquired Hong Kong Island from the Qing Dynasty under the Treaty of Nanking in 1842 following the First Opium War. Kowloon was ceded in 1860 and the New Territories leased in 1898. Britain returned the territory to China on 1 July 1997 under the 'one country, two systems' principle.
🗣️ Languages
👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Victoria Peak and Peak Tram
- •Star Ferry Harbour crossing
- •Temple Street Night Market
- •Mong Kok street markets (Ladies' Market, Flower Market)
- •Lantau Island — Tian Tan Buddha and cable car
🎒 Visitor Tip
Get an Octopus card at the airport — it works on every MTR line, bus, tram, ferry and even 7-Eleven. Take the Star Ferry between Tsim Sha Tsui and Central for harbour views; it costs around HK$3. For the skyline, skip Sky100 and instead take the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak — the walk around the summit offers a 360-degree panorama.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Hilly to mountainous, with over 70% of land undeveloped. Hong Kong Island and the New Territories are dominated by steep slopes. The highest point is Tai Mo Shan at 957m. Significant flat land has been created through reclamation along both sides of Victoria Harbour.
Climate Stats
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cwa, bordering monsoon tropical)
Avg Summer
29°C
Avg Winter
16°C
Annual Rainfall
2214 mm
Best Months (Sunshine)
Travel & Connectivity
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Nearby Cities & Excursions
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Hong Kong
What timezone is Hong Kong in?↓
Hong Kong is in the Asia/Hong_Kong time zone (Asia/Hong_Kong), currently UTCGMT+8.
Does Hong Kong SAR China observe daylight saving time?↓
No. Hong Kong SAR China does not observe daylight saving time. Hong Kong stays on HKT (UTCGMT+8) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is HKT?↓
HKT stands for Asia/Hong_Kong. It is UTCGMT+8 and is the standard time used in Hong Kong SAR China.
How many hours ahead is Hong Kong compared to London?↓
Hong Kong is 8 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 7 hours.
What is the time difference between Hong Kong and New York?↓
Hong Kong is 13 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Hong Kong?↓
The time displayed for Hong Kong is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+8 mean for Hong Kong?↓
UTCGMT+8 means Hong Kong is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Hong Kong?↓
Standard business hours in Hong Kong are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM HKT (UTCGMT+8). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Hong Kong SAR China national calendar.
What is the best time to call Hong Kong from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Hong Kong is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Hong Kong. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.