AI-generatedTaitung City at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jul · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Jul · 29.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,940 h
- Rain a year
- 2,386 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 20 m
Climate in Taitung City
Taitung City has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 21 °C. With around 1,940 hours of sunshine a year, Taitung City is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 6.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Taitung City
The best time to visit Taitung City is from March to November. In August, September and October, though, the typhoon season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. The sea reaches 29.2 °C in July, but rain or cool air gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The wettest month is August with 372 mm of precipitation.
Taitung City through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Taitung City in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 25–29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 58 rainy days in all
Taitung City in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 31–32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 63 rainy days in all
Taitung City in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 25–30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 49 rainy days in all
Taitung City in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 21–22 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 53 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
All year
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: April – May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: March – November
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 24°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 24°
05:5117:31
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 05:37–06:21 · evening 17:01–17:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:29–05:37 · evening 17:45–17:53
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 Taitung City compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 26° at the end. The sea cools from 28° to 27°. The days get 0.6 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 21° |
| Sea | 28° | 27° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.4 h |
What is the weather like in Taitung City in October?
In October, Taitung City is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 212 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 40 min05:51 – 17:31
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 30 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 64 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 3 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %43 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %19 %
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
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Taitung City
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and November bring similar holiday weather to Taitung City (score 73 and 72). In November, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in November. November has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines an hour less a day in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 73 | 72 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 20° |
| Sea | 27.6° | 26.4° |
| Sunshine | 5.6 hbetter | 5.0 h |
| Rainy days | 15 | 14better |
| Rainfall | 212 mm | 135 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 30 | 23better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Taitung City month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
43January21° · Sea 24° · 4.2 h
In January, Taitung City is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 107 mm. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in January49February22° · Sea 24° · 4.4 h
In February, Taitung City is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 96 mm. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in February65March25° · Sea 25° · 5.3 h
In March, Taitung City is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 94 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in March68April27° · Sea 26° · 5.5 h
In April, Taitung City is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 129 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in April68May29° · Sea 28° · 5.4 h
In May, Taitung City is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 252 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in May69June31° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h
In June, Taitung City is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 280 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in June68July32° · Sea 29° · 6.7 h
In July, Taitung City is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 327 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in July68August31° · Sea 29° · 5.7 h
In August, Taitung City is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 372 mm. On about 27 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 Taitung City.
Taitung City in August69September30° · Sea 29° · 5.8 h
In September, Taitung City is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 281 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in September73October28° · Sea 28° · 5.6 h
In October, Taitung City is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 212 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in October72November25° · Sea 26° · 5.0 h
In November, Taitung City is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 135 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in November50December22° · Sea 25° · 4.1 h
In December, Taitung City is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Taitung City.
Taitung City in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Taitung City
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)
WarmOctober: nights around 22°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 30 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (16°), the warmest in July (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to March. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 268 days a year, mostly from March 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 | 43 | 21° | 16° | 24.4° | 4.2 h | 19 | 107 |
| FebruaryFeb | 49 | 22° | 17° | 24.4° | 4.4 h | 18 | 96 |
| MarchMar | 65 | 25° | 18° | 25.0° | 5.3 h | 18 | 94 |
| AprilApr | 68 | 27° | 21° | 26.4° | 5.5 h | 19 | 129 |
| MayMay | 68 | 29° | 23° | 27.7° | 5.4 h | 22 | 252 |
| JuneJun | 69 | 31° | 25° | 28.7° | 6.0 h | 21 | 280 |
| JulyJul | 68 | 32° | 25° | 29.2° | 6.7 h | 20 | 327 |
| AugustAug | 68 | 31° | 25° | 29.0° | 5.7 h | 22 | 372 |
| SeptemberSep | 69 | 30° | 24° | 28.6° | 5.8 h | 20 | 281 |
| OctoberOct | 73 | 28° | 22° | 27.6° | 5.6 h | 15 | 212 |
| NovemberNov | 72 | 25° | 20° | 26.4° | 5.0 h | 14 | 135 |
| DecemberDec | 50 | 22° | 17° | 25.1° | 4.1 h | 16 | 102 |
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 in Taitung City
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.1 – 28.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Taitung City ranges from 24.4 °C in January to 29.2 °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 28.6 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 24.4° | 23.2° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 24.4° | 23.4° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 25.0° | 23.9° | 25.8° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 26.4° | 25.6° | 27.1° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.7° | 26.8° | 28.5° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.7° | 28.1° | 29.3° | warm |
| JulyJul | 29.2° | 28.6° | 29.8° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.5° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.6° | 28.2° | 29.3° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 27.6° | 27.1° | 28.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.4° | 25.7° | 27.0° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 25.1° | 24.3° | 26.0° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Taitung City
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 5.6 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Taitung City, 48 % 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 in Taitung City: 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, Taitung City has about 15 rainy days with 212 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Taitung City
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 and clouds in Taitung City
How breezy and how cloudy Taitung City 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 Taitung City typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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: Oct – Jan.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 64 % of the sky over Taitung City: variable cloud, with about 5.6 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 and humidity in Taitung City
How often the day gets hot in Taitung City (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, Taitung City has about 3 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °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 Taitung City
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Taitung City 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.
Taitung City has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 73) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 47).
- 67
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 68
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 68
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 73
October half-term
Oct
GoodBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 47
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 35 min
- Distance
- 10,000 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.
Storm season
Taitung City 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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Taitung City vs Kaohsiung
In October Kaohsiung has the better holiday weather (score 80 vs 73). During the day Kaohsiung is 1 °C warmer than Taitung City. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Taitung City | Kaohsiung |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 73 | 80 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 29° |
| Sea | 28° | 28° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 15 | 11 |
| Best time | Mar – Nov | Nov – Mar |
Through the year
Taiwan in October: the best places
In October, Taitung City ranks 5 of 12 destinations in this country.
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- 2Taichung28°84
- 3Chiayi City29°82
- 4Hsinchu City27°26°79
- 5Taitung CityThis page28°28°73
- 6Tainan30°28°69
- 7Taoyuan27°65
- 8Taipei27°65
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Frequently asked questions about Taitung City
When is the best time to visit Taitung City?
The best time to visit Taitung City is from March to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Taitung City?
The sea temperature in Taitung City ranges from 24.4 °C in January to 29.2 °C in July. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Taitung City in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Taitung City?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 21 °C.
When does it rain most in Taitung City?
The wettest month is August with 372 mm of precipitation. The driest month is March with 94 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Taitung City get?
Taitung City gets around 1,940 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 6.7 hours a day; in December there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Taitung City in?
Taitung City is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Taitung City?
A nonstop flight from London to Taitung City takes about 12 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,000 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Taitung City?
Taitung City 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 Taitung City?
Taitung City has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 73) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 47). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 67, May half-term 68, summer holidays 68, October half-term 73, Christmas holidays 47.