Tai A Chau
Island Small uninhabited island off Hong Kong
How to Get to Tai A Chau #
Tai A Chau is off the southern coast of Hong Kong. Access is by private boat or arranged charters; regular public ferry services do not routinely stop at many of the smaller outlying islands.
Tips for Visiting Tai A Chau #
- Ferries and small-boat services to Hong Kong's outlying islands can be irregular-check schedules in advance.
- The island has restricted areas due to past uses; follow posted notices and do not enter construction or fenced-off zones.
- Bring sun protection; the remoteness means shade can be scarce and services are minimal.
Best Time to Visit Tai A Chau #
Autumn through spring is generally the most comfortable period for visiting Hong Kong's outer islands.
Weather & Climate near Tai A Chau #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 13°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1804 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 21 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (263 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (302 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (268 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (313 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (209 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
