Climate of Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Area-weighted average across Kaohsiung. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kaohsiung, a subdivision of Taiwan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 13.9°C / 57°F in January to 23.6°C / 74.5°F in July, with rainfall from 30 mm / 1.2 in to 563 mm / 22.2 in depending on the season (2657 mm / 104.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.9°C57°F | 32 mm1.3″ | — |
| February | 14.8°C58.6°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| March | 17.3°C63.1°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| April | 20°C68°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| May | 21.9°C71.4°F | 321 mm12.6″ | — |
| June | 23°C73.4°F | 420 mm16.5″ | — |
| July | 23.6°C74.5°F | 559 mm22″ | — |
| August | 23.2°C73.8°F | 563 mm22.2″ | — |
| September | 22.6°C72.7°F | 329 mm13″ | — |
| October | 21.1°C70°F | 114 mm4.5″ | — |
| November | 18.3°C64.9°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.3°C59.5°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kaohsiung?
The best months to visit Kaohsiung, Taiwan for sunny, dry weather are November, December. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 23.6°C / 74.5°F, and the driest is December with about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Kaohsiung?
Kaohsiung, Taiwan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 13.9°C / 57°F in January to 23.6°C / 74.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 2657 mm / 104.6 in, with the wettest month being August (563 mm / 22.2 in) and the driest December (30 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kaohsiung?
The hottest month in Kaohsiung is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.6°C / 74.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Kaohsiung?
The coldest month in Kaohsiung is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.9°C / 57°F.
When does it rain most in Kaohsiung?
The wettest month in Kaohsiung is August, averaging about 563 mm / 22.2 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 30 mm / 1.2 in.