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Taiwan Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Taiwan in August.

Thinking about venturing to Taiwan this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Taiwan in August

August in Taiwan generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Xiulin at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Yongkang at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 26°C (79°F) in Yongkang and 18°C (64°F) in Xiulin. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Taiwan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Jiufen with an average of 197 mm (7.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Fenchihu with 691 mm (27 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Taipei.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Taipei gets around 188 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Taiwan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Taiwan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Taipei)

Best Places to Visit in Taiwan in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Taiwan.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Taiwan

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Taiwan?

Temperature range in Taiwan (August)

Precipitation variation in Taiwan (August)

Taipei

In August Taipei generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
188 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
208 mm (8.2 in)
287 mm (11 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Hualien City

In August Hualien City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
226 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
277 mm (11 in)
327 mm (13 in)
439 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Kaohsiung

In August Kaohsiung generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
193 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
318 mm (13 in)
407 mm (16 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Taitung City

In August Taitung City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
212 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
277 mm (11 in)
361 mm (14 in)
351 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Kenting National Park

In August Kenting National Park generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
197 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
303 mm (12 in)
373 mm (15 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Taiwan in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taipei 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 287 mm (11 in)
Hualien City 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 327 mm (13 in)
Kaohsiung 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 407 mm (16 in)
Taitung City 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 361 mm (14 in)
Kenting 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 373 mm (15 in)
Magong City 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 262 mm (10 in)

Taiwan weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Taiwan in August?

August in Taiwan brings poor weather. In Taipei, daytime temperatures are typically around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Taiwan in August?

Daytime temperatures in Taipei peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in August, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does Taiwan get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Taipei records an average of 287 mm (11 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Taiwan.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Taiwan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Taipei, August may not be the ideal time to visit Taiwan.

Generally speaking, March, April, November and December provide pleasant weather in Taipei. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Taiwan.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Taiwan? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Taiwan.

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