Kaohsiung Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The weather in Kaohsiung changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in July to a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 27°C (81°F) in July to 17°C (63°F) in January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Kaohsiung experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1998 mm (79 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Kaohsiung bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 407 mm (16 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 38 mm (1.5 in) over 13 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Kaohsiung Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Kaohsiung enjoys sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 7.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kaohsiung.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 80%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year