Middle Island, Hong Kong Island

Small island off Hong Kong's southern coastline

A small island off Hong Kong Island's southern shore, Middle Island is mainly reached by boat and used by local boaters and anglers rather than mass tourism.

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Middle Island, Hong Kong at a Glance#

Address: Middle Island (Hong Kong) - location off the southern shore of Hong Kong Island

Admission: Free (access dependent on local harbour rules)

About Middle Island, Hong Kong#

A small island off the southern shore of Hong Kong Island, within the Southern District administrative area. The island contains marina-related facilities and is closely associated with local yachting activity.

Private clubhouse facilities operated from the island, a small pier and moorings used by leisure craft, and short shoreline areas rather than public beaches. The island functions largely as a recreational boating hub rather than a tourist destination with public infrastructure.

Used for recreational boating and club activities for many decades, with facilities maintained by yachting organizations rather than municipal park infrastructure.

Sits off the south side of Hong Kong Island near Deep Water Bay and Repulse Bay, reachable only by boat from nearby harbours.

  • Access: Access is primarily by boat or club launch; there are limited public facilities and the island is used mainly by yacht club members and visiting boats.

What to See#

  • Yacht Club clubhouse: A small island hosting a clubhouse and pier operated by the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, providing mooring and club facilities for members.

How to Get to Middle Island, Hong Kong#

Access is by boat from Hong Kong Island piers; specific ferry routes vary and some islands are served only by private craft. Check local kai-to and ferry services for schedules and landing permissions.

Tips for Visiting Middle Island, Hong Kong#

  • Ferries to Hong Kong outlying islands depart from Central or Aberdeen depending on operator; confirm service routes as schedules change.
  • Middle Island may have private or limited public access - check with Hong Kong maritime authorities before attempting a landing.
  • The waters in the area are busy with ferries and fishing boats; use licensed boat operators.

Best Time to Visit Middle Island, Hong Kong#

Autumn and spring offer the most agreeable conditions for short boat trips and coastal exploration.

Autumn
September-November · 20-28°C
Clear skies and pleasant humidity - best weather for small-boat trips.
Spring
March-May · 18-25°C
Milder days and good conditions for coastal walks; watch for seasonal typhoon remnants.

Weather & Climate near Middle Island, Hong Kong#

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2129 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 67 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
NovemberOctoberDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 13° - 18° 15° 22 mm partly cloudy 79% 3.5 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.8h
February Good 13° - 18° 16° 46 mm overcast 84% 3.8 m/s 1.1 high 11.3h
March Good 16° - 21° 18° 73 mm overcast 86% 3.3 m/s 1.2 high 11.9h
April Good 20° - 24° 22° 166 mm overcast 88% 3.3 m/s 1.4 high 12.6h
May Good 23° - 28° 26° 319 mm overcast 88% 3.0 m/s 1.8 very high 13.1h
June Good 25° - 30° 32° 353 mm overcast 87% 3.3 m/s 1.9 very high 13.4h
July Good 26° - 31° 34° 325 mm partly cloudy 84% 3.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.2h
August Good 25° - 31° 33° 376 mm partly cloudy 84% 3.1 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.8h
September Very Good 25° - 30° 30° 260 mm partly cloudy 81% 3.3 m/s 1.8 very high 12.2h
October Very Good 22° - 27° 25° 126 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.7 m/s 1.4 high 11.5h
November Excellent 18° - 24° 21° 32 mm partly cloudy 79% 3.3 m/s 1.1 high 10.9h
December Very Good 14° - 20° 17° 31 mm partly cloudy 76% 3.6 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.7h

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