Best Time to Visit Kaohsiung, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Kaohsiung is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Kaohsiung for sunny, dry weather is November–March — 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 18.1°C / 64.6°F in January to 28.2°C / 82.8°F in July, with rainfall from 13 mm / 0.5 in (December) to 520 mm / 20.5 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kaohsiung, Kaohsiung, Taiwan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Kaohsiung'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 | 18.1°C64.6°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19°C66.2°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 21.5°C70.7°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 22.6°C72.7°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 19.4°C66.9°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kaohsiung?
The best time to visit Kaohsiung for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.2°C / 82.8°F, and the driest is December with about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kaohsiung's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Kaohsiung?
The rainy season at Kaohsiung, Kaohsiung runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 78 mm / 3.1 in. The wettest single month is August (520 mm / 20.5 in).
What is the driest month in Kaohsiung?
The driest month in Kaohsiung is December, averaging about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.4°C / 66.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Kaohsiung?
The least comfortable months for travel to Kaohsiung — 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 520 mm / 20.5 in in August, and the coldest month averages 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
Is Kaohsiung climate different from Taiwan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Kaohsiung 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 Kaohsiung specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.