Hong Kong's climate is sub-tropical. It is usually hot and humid in summer, and cool and dry in winter. 

Tropical storms and typhoons occur mainly between May and November.

When there is a heavy rainstorm or typhoon in the vicinity of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Observatory will issue different weather warnings and signals to alert the public of the weather conditions. The warnings and signals  will be broadcasted on TV, radio and the University’s homepage. You can also visit the Hong Kong Observatory's website to obtain the latest weather update.

University operations and classes may be suspended under adverse weather conditions. See University’s guidelines on adverse weather arrangements.

During your exchange at CityUHK, you are allowed to use the on-campus Young Chung-Yee Health Centre with a fee. The cost for regular medical consultations is HK$150, while emergency consultations will incur a fee of HK$200. Dental services (only applicable for the emergency services) will cost HK$200 per 20-minute unit (click here for more details).

Exchange students holding a valid Hong Kong student visa are eligible for local patient rates at public hospitals. The current charge for inpatient services in a general ward is HK$200 per day, while accident and emergency services cost HK$400 per attendance. For more detailed information on medical fees and charges, please click here.

There are 3 hospitals in the Kowloon Tong neighbourhood: Hong Kong Baptist Hospital (private), Caritas Medical Centre (public) and Queen Elizabeth Hospital (public). There are also 3 hospitals near the Student Residence (Ma On Shan Compound): Prince of Wales Hospital(public), Union Hospital(private) and CUHK Medical Centre(private). 

All medical expenses incurred at both public and private healthcare facilities are to be borne by students at their own expense. Students are therefore strongly advised to obtain adequate medical insurance that meets their individual needs.

During your exchange, your mental wellness is equally important. If you are feeling stressed and would like to talk to someone who is a professional, on-campus counselling service is available by appointment. For more information, visit the website of Student Development Services. For any emergency hotline, please click here. 

People in Hong Kong are vigilant about flu prevention, especially during the peak season for influenza from January to March and July to August every year. For more information about influenza and other communicable disease, please visit the website of the Centre for Health Protection. 

Tap water in Hong Kong is not fit for drinking. You are advised to drink boiled water or water from drinking water fountains. Bottled mineral or distilled water is available at the food outlets on campus, convenience stores and supermarkets.

As a global communications hub and one of the highest per capita users of mobile phones, Hong Kong thrives on efficient telecommunications. Local calls are free from private landlines and cost only HK$1 per five minutes from public telephones. Hotels usually charge for local calls. If you are living in the Student Residence, you can make local calls for free using the telephone provided in your room.

Mobile phones that use most of the telephone systems around the globe – including GSM 900/1800, CDMA 2000 and WCDMA frequency bands – operate in Hong Kong. However, the GSM 1900 band, which is commonly used in the US, does not work in Hong Kong.

Mobile operators in Hong Kong have roaming agreements with most overseas operators enabling visitors to use their mobile phone when they come to Hong Kong. As roaming service can be expensive, you should check pricing with your network provider before using your phone in Hong Kong. 

Prepaid sim card can be purchased from convenience stores such as 7-Eleven. Service plans, on the other hand, have to be subscribed in person at the branches of service providers.

Postage is inexpensive and the service is reliable. The nearest post office to CityUHK is located at 11A, Fa Po Street, which is approximately 15 minutes' walk from the campus. The General Post Office is next to the Star Ferry in Central on Hong Kong Island. Detailed postage information can be found on the Hongkong Post website.