Best Time to Visit Magong, Penghu, Taiwan
Magong is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Magong 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 September–March; the wetter half falls in April–August. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15.7°C / 60.3°F in January to 28.3°C / 82.9°F in July, with rainfall from 19 mm / 0.7 in (November) to 179 mm / 7 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Magong, Penghu, Taiwan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Magong'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 | 15.7°C60.3°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16.2°C61.2°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 24.6°C76.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 21.2°C70.2°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 17.6°C63.7°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Magong?
The best time to visit Magong for sunny, dry weather is January, February, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.3°C / 82.9°F, and the driest is November with about 19 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Magong's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Magong?
The rainy season at Magong, Penghu runs through April–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 84 mm / 3.3 in. The wettest single month is August (179 mm / 7 in).
What is the driest month in Magong?
The driest month in Magong is November, averaging about 19 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.2°C / 70.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Magong?
The least comfortable months for travel to Magong — 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 179 mm / 7 in in August, and the coldest month averages 15.7°C / 60.3°F.
Is Magong climate different from Taiwan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Magong 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 Magong specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.