The Hunch Backs Mountains
Ridgeline of steep peaks in Hong Kong's New Territories
The Hunch Backs at a Glance#
Address: The Hunch Backs (Ngong Ping / Sha Tin District), New Territories, Hong Kong
How to Get to The Hunch Backs#
Reachable from Sha Tin by local bus or taxi. Popular trailheads start near Tai Po Road and other local access points-consult local hiking maps and transport timetables.
Tips for Visiting The Hunch Backs#
- Approach the ridge early to avoid the heat and mid-afternoon haze; the trail crosses exposed sections.
- Combine the hike with nearby peaks in Sha Tin for a full day of ridgewalking and views of Tolo Harbour.
Best Time to Visit The Hunch Backs#
Autumn provides the clearest conditions for vistas; avoid the hot, humid summer months unless beginning at dawn.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 18-26°C (64-79°F)
Clear skies and cooler temperatures-best for ridge views.
Spring
Mar-May · 17-25°C (63-77°F)
Moderate weather but watch for hazy days.
Weather & Climate near The Hunch Backs#
Climate
The Hunch Backs's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2048 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 60
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
OctoberNovemberDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 10° - 17° | 13° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.8h |
| February | Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 53 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.3h |
| March | Good | 14° - 20° | 17° | 81 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 18° - 23° | 20° | 173 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.6h |
| May | Good | 21° - 26° | 24° | 294 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.1h |
| June | Good | 23° - 28° | 26° | 340 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.4h |
| July | Very Good | 24° - 29° | 27° | 307 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.2h |
| August | Very Good | 24° - 29° | 26° | 362 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.8h |
| September | Very Good | 23° - 28° | 25° | 236 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 20° - 26° | 23° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.5h |
| November | Very Good | 16° - 22° | 19° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.9h |
| December | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 15° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
