Hong Kong vs Seoul in May

Seoul is the better pick in May — 90 vs 55 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Seoul is warm, rainy, while Hong Kong is hot, soaked, muggy air.

Hong Kong vs SeoulMay climate, side by side

Hong KongSeoul
Comfort score55/100 (D)90/100 (S)
Feels-like high33°C24°C
Avg high / low29° / 25°24° / 14°
Rainfall233 mm105 mm
Rainy days218
Humidity86%71%
Air quality (AQI)8586

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Hong Kong vs Seoul in May — FAQ

Is May better in Hong Kong or Seoul?
Seoul is the better pick in May — 90 vs 55 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Seoul is warm, rainy, while Hong Kong is hot, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Hong Kong vs Seoul in May?
In May, Hong Kong averages 29°C high / 25°C low with about 233 mm of rain; Seoul averages 24°C high / 14°C low with about 105 mm.