Jiufen Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Jiufen’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Taiwan.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Jiufen. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July to a pleasant 19°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 15°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Jiufen by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth. July, the city’s warmest month, receives 179 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 176 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 20 days. It records 76 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Taiwan Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Taiwan. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Jiufen Temperatures Compared World Wide
Jiufen’s average annual maximum temperature is 25°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Jiufen, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 77% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 19°C. In the warmest month, July, the humidity is 70% combined with an average maximum temperature of 31°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Jiufen’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Jiufen climate page.
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