Hong Kong saw record-breaking temperatures in 2021, making it the hottest year since reports began. Photo: Felix Wong
Hong Kong saw record-breaking temperatures in 2021, making it the hottest year since reports began. Photo: Felix Wong

Hong Kong cooks after record-breaking hottest year since 1884, Observatory says

  • The annual average temperature for 2021 was 24.6 degrees Celsius, 1 degree higher than figures for past 20 years
  • Experts warn of global warming impact on rising heat levels, concerns for city’s most vulnerable residents

Hong Kong saw record-breaking temperatures in 2021, making it the hottest year since reports began. Photo: Felix Wong
Hong Kong saw record-breaking temperatures in 2021, making it the hottest year since reports began. Photo: Felix Wong
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