Even during winter, there are windless days when the weather becomes balmy. But there's a higher chance of rain and humidity than in autumn. Big thunderstorms become more frequent as June approaches. June tends to be the wettest month, with the beginning of the summer nionsoon. Though there are occasional cool bmezes off the sea, the heat is generally oppressive, September brings a hint of cooler weather, sut is also the month during which Hong Kong is most likely to be hit by typhoons, which can really mess with your travel plans.
Typhoons vary in size from tropical storms to severe super-typhoons.
If the typhoon passes by Hong Kong at a distance, it will bring a little rain and wind that might only last for half a day. If it scores a direct hit, the winds can be deadly and it may rain for days on end. You can't go outside for very long during a bad typhoon and most businesses shut down. When a typhoon becomes a pos- sibility, warnings are broadcast continuously on TV and radio. Typhoons Almost every year sees a typhoon bound for Hong Kong.