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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Caotun.
Temperatures in Caotun, Taiwan, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is July at 32°C (90°F), and the coolest is January at 22°C (72°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 1974 mm (78 in) annually. August is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from May to September. July is the sunniest month, averaging 7.0 hours of sunshine per day.
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In Caotun, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in July to a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 24°C (75°F) in July to around 13°C (55°F) during the colder months.
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Caotun has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1974 mm (78 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in Caotun shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in August, the wettest month, with an average of 383 mm (15 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month November offers drier and sunnier days, with around 52 mm (2 in) of rainfall over 15 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Caotun Precipitation page.
Caotun offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between July (7.0 hours daily) and February (4.5 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Caotun.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 80%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, February, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Caotun. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Caotun has a distinct rainy season from May to September.
Daytime highs range from 22°C (72°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 13°C (55°F) to 24°C (75°F).
Annual rainfall is around 1974 mm (78 in). August is the wettest month with 383 mm (15 in), while November is the driest with 52 mm (2 in).
Caotun receives around 2,078 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 210 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 134 hours. Overall, Caotun enjoys abundant sunshine.
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