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Nantou County Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nantou County, Taiwan in January.

Planning a getaway to Nantou County, Taiwan this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Nantou County in January

Nantou County, Taiwan is a region in Taiwan. January in Nantou County generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Renai at 17°C (63°F) and pleasant in Jiji at 20°C (68°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Jiji and 8°C (46°F) in Renai. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Nantou County, Taiwan that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lugu with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to high rainfall in Renai with 102 mm (4 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Yuchi usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Yuchi gets approximately 172 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Nantou County by month

Best Places to Visit in Nantou County in January

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

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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 Nantou County

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Nantou County, Taiwan?

Temperature range in Nantou County (January)

Precipitation variation in Nantou County (January)

Yuchi

In January Yuchi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
172 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Renai

In January Renai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
172 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Puli

In January Puli generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
172 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Lugu

In January Lugu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
172 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Jiji

In January Jiji generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
172 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Nantou County, in Taiwan.

In our records: Taiwan January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Taiwan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Taiwan was 5°C (41°F) in Hualien City on January 25, 2016.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nantou County in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Yuchi 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Renai 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Puli 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Lugu 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Jiji 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Shuili 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Nantou County weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nantou County, Taiwan in January?

Nantou County, Taiwan typically experiences pleasant weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Yuchi average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Nantou County, Taiwan in January?

Yuchi averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

Does Nantou County, Taiwan get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Nantou County, Taiwan during January, with Yuchi averaging close to 67 mm (2.6 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Nantou County, Taiwan?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Nantou County, Taiwan with overall pleasant weather in Yuchi. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Yuchi. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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