Hong Kong records hottest day since 1884 as temperatures hit 36.9C

Sunday 09 August 2026 - 17:00

By: Sahili Aya

Hong Kong records hottest day since 1884 as temperatures hit 36.9C

Hong Kong has experienced its hottest day since official meteorological records began in 1884, with temperatures climbing to 36.9C on Sunday, according to the Hong Kong Observatory.

The record was reached at around 3:30 p.m. local time, surpassing previous temperature records and highlighting the intensity of the heat affecting the territory.

Typhoon Dolphin contributes to extreme conditions

The Hong Kong Observatory linked the exceptional temperatures to descending air on the outer edge of Typhoon Dolphin. As the storm moved through the region, conditions around its periphery contributed to a period of particularly intense heat over Hong Kong.

Authorities expect the hot weather to continue for at least the next few days. Temperatures could rise above 37C in some parts of the territory, according to the latest forecasts.

The combination of high temperatures and persistent heat is expected to keep weather conditions challenging across the city.

Typhoon makes landfall in eastern China

While Hong Kong experienced record heat, Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in Zhejiang province in eastern China on Sunday afternoon.

The storm's movement is being closely monitored as authorities assess its effects across the region. Its influence on atmospheric conditions around Hong Kong has already contributed to the unusual heat recorded in the city.

The new temperature record adds to a growing series of extreme weather events observed across parts of Asia, where intense heat and tropical storms are increasingly shaping summer weather conditions.