Best Time to Visit Chiayi City, Chiayi, Taiwan
Chiayi City is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Chiayi City for sunny, dry weather is October–February — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 16.7°C / 62.1°F in January to 28.6°C / 83.5°F in July, with rainfall from 15 mm / 0.6 in (November) to 437 mm / 17.2 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chiayi City, Chiayi, Taiwan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Chiayi City's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.7°C62.1°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 17.4°C63.3°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 25°C77°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 21.6°C70.9°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 18.2°C64.8°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chiayi City?
The best time to visit Chiayi City for sunny, dry weather is January, February, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.6°C / 83.5°F, and the driest is November with about 15 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chiayi City's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Chiayi City?
The rainy season at Chiayi City, Chiayi runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 101 mm / 4 in. The wettest single month is August (437 mm / 17.2 in).
What is the driest month in Chiayi City?
The driest month in Chiayi City is November, averaging about 15 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.6°C / 70.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Chiayi City?
The least comfortable months for travel to Chiayi City — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 437 mm / 17.2 in in August, and the coldest month averages 16.7°C / 62.1°F.
Is Chiayi City climate different from Taiwan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Chiayi City figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Taiwan figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Chiayi City specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.