Hon Yin Yeung has a bachelor of science and master of philosophy in physics from University of Hong Kong. He has also received professional meteorological training from esteemed institutions such as the Bureau of Meteorology in Australia, the Japan Meteorological Agency, the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts, and the Hong Kong Observatory. His work experience at the Observatory includes operational weather forecasting, research and development of nowcasting techniques, forecast operation and management, and providing TV weather services. Additionally, he has taken on various responsibilities with the World Meteorological Organisation and currently serves as co-chair of an expert team on warning services guidance, as well as a member of a drafting team for new technical regulations supporting the United Nations' Early Warning for All initiative.