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Cold Snap: Lantau Island Plunges to 8 Degrees

2/7/2026

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The Hong Kong Observatory says Sunday morning temperatures on Lantau Island and rural areas could drop to 8 degrees.
Minimum temperatures in Lantau and Sai Kung are expected at 8 degrees while Ta Kwu Ling may reach 9.
Urban areas may reach 13 degrees with light rain initially, with sunny periods later.
On Saturday afternoon, city temperatures will be 5 to 7 degrees lower than Friday due to northeast monsoon.

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The Hong Kong Observatory says Sunday morning temperatures on Lantau Island and rural areas could drop to 8 degrees.
Minimum temperatures in Lantau and Sai Kung are expected at 8 degrees while Ta Kwu Ling may reach 9.
Urban areas may reach 13 degrees with light rain initially, with sunny periods later.
On Saturday afternoon, city temperatures will be 5 to 7 degrees lower than Friday due to northeast monsoon.