Following its hottest-ever summer in 2023, Hong Kong in 2024 also logged a “much hotter than usual” summer, with a mean temperature of 29.4 deg C. - AFP
HONG KONG: Hong Kong experienced its hottest Mid-Autumn Festival since records began in 1884 with temperatures hitting 35.7 degrees Celsius, the city's weather service said on Tuesday (Sept 17).
The Hong Kong Observatory said Tuesday was also the hottest day of 2024 and urged the public to take precautions such as drinking more water and avoiding vigorous outdoor activities.
