AI-generatedMagong at a glance
- Best time
- Apr, Jul, Sep – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jul · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Jul · 28.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,290 h
- Rain a year
- 1,318 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 14 m
Climate in Magong
Magong has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 19 °C. With around 2,290 hours of sunshine a year, Magong is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 8.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Magong
The best time to visit Magong is in April, in July and from September to November. In September and October, though, the typhoon season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in April and from September to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to April. Rain is frequent from May to June and in August; the wettest month is August with 251 mm.
Magong through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Magong in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 22–28 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Magong in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 45 rainy days in all
Magong in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 24–29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Magong in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 19–21 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Apr, Sep – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Jun, Aug
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: September – October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: April, July, September – November
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 27°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 26°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:5817:36
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:44–06:28 · evening 17:06–17:50
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:35–05:44 · evening 17:50–17:59
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Magong compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 28° at the start of the month to 26° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 25°. The days get 0.6 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 23° |
| Sea | 27° | 25° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.3 h |
What is the weather like in Magong in October?
In October, Magong is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 51 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 41 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Magong.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 38 min05:58 – 17:36
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 29 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 41 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 39 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %75 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Magong
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October has the better holiday weather in Magong: score 95 against 87. In November, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in November. November has one more rainy day. The sun shines an hour less a day in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 95better | 87 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 26.3° | 24.6° |
| Sunshine | 7.5 hbetter | 6.5 h |
| Rainy days | 4better | 5 |
| Rainfall | 51 mm | 39 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 29 | 22better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Magong month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
38January19° · Sea 21° · 4.3 h
In January, Magong is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 32 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 44 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in January42February20° · Sea 21° · 4.6 h
In February, Magong is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 39 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 41 km/h. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in February59March22° · Sea 23° · 4.8 h
In March, Magong is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 51 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in March82April25° · Sea 24° · 5.9 h
In April, Magong is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 90 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in April78May28° · Sea 26° · 6.5 h
In May, Magong is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 186 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in May78June29° · Sea 27° · 7.5 h
In June, Magong is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 219 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in June85July30° · Sea 28° · 8.5 h
In July, Magong is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 198 mm in total. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in July76August30° · Sea 28° · 7.1 h
In August, Magong is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 251 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in August86September29° · Sea 28° · 7.3 h
In September, Magong is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 119 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in September95October27° · Sea 26° · 7.5 h
In October, Magong is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 51 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 41 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in October87November24° · Sea 25° · 6.5 h
In November, Magong is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 39 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 43 km/h. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in November57December21° · Sea 23° · 4.8 h
In December, Magong is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 45 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 47 km/h. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Magong.
Magong in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Magong
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 29 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (17°), the warmest in July (27°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 250 days a year, mostly from April to November.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 38 | 19° | 17° | 21.0° | 4.3 h | 6 | 32 |
| FebruaryFeb | 42 | 20° | 17° | 21.0° | 4.6 h | 6 | 39 |
| MarchMar | 59 | 22° | 20° | 22.5° | 4.8 h | 8 | 51 |
| AprilApr | 82 | 25° | 22° | 24.2° | 5.9 h | 9 | 90 |
| MayMay | 78 | 28° | 25° | 25.9° | 6.5 h | 14 | 186 |
| JuneJun | 78 | 29° | 26° | 27.3° | 7.5 h | 16 | 219 |
| JulyJul | 85 | 30° | 27° | 28.3° | 8.5 h | 13 | 198 |
| AugustAug | 76 | 30° | 27° | 28.3° | 7.1 h | 16 | 251 |
| SeptemberSep | 86 | 29° | 26° | 27.7° | 7.3 h | 10 | 119 |
| OctoberOct | 95 | 27° | 24° | 26.3° | 7.5 h | 4 | 51 |
| NovemberNov | 87 | 24° | 22° | 24.6° | 6.5 h | 5 | 39 |
| DecemberDec | 57 | 21° | 19° | 22.5° | 4.8 h | 5 | 45 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Magong
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.8 – 26.9 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Magong ranges from 21.0 °C in January to 28.3 °C in July. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
From November to March the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in July, eight out of ten years were between 27.6 and 28.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 21.0° | 19.4° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.0° | 19.5° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 22.5° | 21.4° | 23.7° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 24.2° | 23.4° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| MayMay | 25.9° | 25.2° | 26.6° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 27.3° | 26.7° | 28.1° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.3° | 27.6° | 28.8° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.3° | 27.5° | 28.9° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.7° | 27.2° | 28.4° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.3° | 25.8° | 26.9° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 24.6° | 24.0° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 22.5° | 21.5° | 23.6° | refreshing |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Magong
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.5 of 11.6 hours of daylight in Magong, 65 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Magong: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Magong has about 4 rainy days with 51 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Magong
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Magong
How breezy and how cloudy Magong is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Magong typically peaks at 41 km/h during the day: Beaufort 6, strong breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 39 % of the sky over Magong: mostly sunny, with about 7.5 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Magong
How often the day gets hot in Magong (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Magong has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 27 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Magong
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Magong in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Magong has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 95) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 48).
- 75
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 78
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 79
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 95
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 48
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 20 min
- Distance
- 9,840 km
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Jet lag
- About 7 days (7 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Taiwan
- Currency
- New Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
- Language
- Chinese
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 110 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +886
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 110 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Magong lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Magong vs Chiayi City
In October the holiday weather in Magong and Chiayi City is about equally good (score 95 vs 92). During the day Chiayi City is 2 °C warmer than Magong. Chiayi City gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Magong | Chiayi City |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 95 | 92 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 29° |
| Sea | 26° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 5 |
| Best time | Apr, Jul, Sep – Nov | Oct – Feb |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Taiwan in October: the best places
In October, Magong ranks 1 of 13 destinations in this country.
- MagongThis page27°26°95
- 2Kinmen29°25°90
- 3Taichung29°83
- 4Chiayi City29°82
- 5Hsinchu City27°26°79
- 6Taitung City28°28°73
- 7Tainan30°28°69
- 8Taoyuan27°65
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Frequently asked questions about Magong
When is the best time to visit Magong?
The best time to visit Magong is in April, in July and from September to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Magong?
The sea temperature in Magong ranges from 21.0 °C in January to 28.3 °C in July. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Magong in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Magong?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 27 °C. January is the coolest month at 19 °C.
When does it rain most in Magong?
Rain is frequent from May to June and in August; the wettest month is August with 251 mm. The driest month is January with 32 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Magong get?
Magong gets around 2,290 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 8.5 hours a day; in January there are 4.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Magong in?
Magong is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Magong?
A nonstop flight from London to Magong takes about 12 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,840 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Magong?
Magong lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Magong?
Magong has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 95) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 48). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 75, May half-term 78, summer holidays 79, October half-term 95, Christmas holidays 48.