Hualien City

Hualien City Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Hualien City.

Climate overview of Hualien City

Hualien City experiences a tropical rainforest climate with frequent cyclones, as it borders the Pacific Ocean. There can be quite a bit of rain during summer and temperatures shoot up during this wet period. As a result, it feels often extremely hot in Hualien during these months (July - October) . Most people therefore choose to travel to Hualien during winter. The sun is shining a lot less, but the chances of extreme rain and even hurricanes are minimal.

Hualien City Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hualien City — and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Hualien City

The weather in Hualien City changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 18°C (64°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 23°C (73°F) in July to 13°C (55°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Hualien City

Hualien City has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3996 mm (157 in) of rainfall per year. Hualien City experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 439 mm (17 in) in September, the wettest month, and 261 mm (10 in) in April, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Hualien City Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Hualien City

Hualien City can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in February, with only 2.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Hualien City by Month

Best Time to Visit Hualien City

Hualien City has a consistently rainy climate year-round, with every month experiencing heavy precipitation exceeding 160 mm (6.3 in). There is no traditional dry season to recommend for visits. April stands out as the least wet month with 261 mm (10 in) of rainfall.

Plan your visit with the expectation of frequent rain and pack accordingly. The year-round moisture creates beautiful green surroundings, but requires waterproof preparation.

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Hualien City

What temperatures can I expect in Hualien City?

Daytime highs range from 18°C (64°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 13°C (55°F) to 23°C (73°F).

How much rain does Hualien City get?

Annual rainfall is around 3996 mm (157 in). September is the wettest month with 439 mm (17 in), while April is the driest with 261 mm (10 in).

How sunny is Hualien City?

Hualien City receives around 1,562 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 255 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 66 hours.

Hualien City 3-Day Forecast

Hualien City 3-Day Forecast

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