AI-generatedTaizhou at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – May, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jul · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,680 h
- Rain a year
- 1,406 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 15 m
Climate in Taizhou
Taizhou has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 1,680 hours of sunshine a year, Taizhou is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 7.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Taizhou
The best time to visit Taizhou is from April to May and from October to November. In 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 October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to November. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. Rain is frequent in March and from June to September; the wettest month is June with 233 mm.
Taizhou through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Taizhou in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 17–27 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
Taizhou in summer
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 30–34 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 46 rainy days in all
Taizhou in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–30 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Taizhou in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 12–14 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 3.5 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Mar, Jun – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: April, 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: April – May, October – 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 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 25°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
05:5417:26
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:40–06:26 · evening 16:54–17:40
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:30–05:40 · evening 17:40–17:49
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 Taizhou compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 27° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 25° to 21°. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 14° |
| Sea | 25° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.1 h |
What is the weather like in Taizhou in October?
In October, Taizhou is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 83 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Taizhou.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 31 min05:54 – 17:26
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 9 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 53 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %33 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %76 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
Compare two months in Taizhou
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 Taizhou: score 79 against 72. In November, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in November. November has 2 more rainy days. The sun shines an hour less a day in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 79better | 72 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 12° |
| Sea | 23.2° | 19.3° |
| Sunshine | 5.0 hbetter | 3.8 h |
| Rainy days | 7better | 9 |
| Rainfall | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Muggy days | 9 | 2better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Taizhou month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
43January12° · Sea 13° · 3.3 h
In January, Taizhou is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 12.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in January47February14° · Sea 12° · 3.4 h
In February, Taizhou is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 11.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 60 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in February60March17° · Sea 13° · 3.6 h
In March, Taizhou is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 12.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in March66April23° · Sea 15° · 4.3 h
In April, Taizhou is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in April64May27° · Sea 20° · 4.3 h
In May, Taizhou is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 171 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in May42June30° · Sea 24° · 3.9 h
In June, Taizhou is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 23.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 233 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in June35July34° · Sea 27° · 7.4 h
In July, Taizhou is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 142 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in July26August33° · Sea 28° · 6.8 h
In August, Taizhou is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 181 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in August51September30° · Sea 27° · 5.4 h
In September, Taizhou is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 156 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in September79October25° · Sea 23° · 5.0 h
In October, Taizhou is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 83 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in October72November20° · Sea 19° · 3.8 h
In November, Taizhou is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 80 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in November58December14° · Sea 15° · 3.8 h
In December, Taizhou is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 48 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Taizhou.
Taizhou in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Taizhou
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 9 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (4°), the warmest in July (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 143 days a year, mostly from May to September.
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 | 12° | 4° | 12.8° | 3.3 h | 8 | 50 |
| FebruaryFeb | 47 | 14° | 5° | 11.7° | 3.4 h | 10 | 60 |
| MarchMar | 60 | 17° | 9° | 12.6° | 3.6 h | 13 | 96 |
| AprilApr | 66 | 23° | 13° | 15.3° | 4.3 h | 13 | 107 |
| MayMay | 64 | 27° | 18° | 19.9° | 4.3 h | 14 | 171 |
| JuneJun | 42 | 30° | 22° | 23.5° | 3.9 h | 16 | 233 |
| JulyJul | 35 | 34° | 25° | 26.9° | 7.4 h | 13 | 142 |
| AugustAug | 26 | 33° | 25° | 28.2° | 6.8 h | 17 | 181 |
| SeptemberSep | 51 | 30° | 22° | 26.7° | 5.4 h | 14 | 156 |
| OctoberOct | 79 | 25° | 17° | 23.2° | 5.0 h | 7 | 83 |
| NovemberNov | 72 | 20° | 12° | 19.3° | 3.8 h | 9 | 80 |
| DecemberDec | 58 | 14° | 6° | 15.3° | 3.8 h | 7 | 48 |
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
28.66° N, 121.43° E · 15 m · Asia/Shanghai
Sea temperature in Taizhou
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.0 – 24.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Taizhou ranges from 11.7 °C in February to 28.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From December to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 27.2 and 29.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 12.8° | 10.4° | 14.8° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 11.7° | 9.5° | 13.9° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.6° | 10.9° | 14.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.3° | 14.3° | 16.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 19.9° | 18.8° | 20.8° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 23.5° | 22.6° | 24.4° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 26.9° | 26.0° | 28.0° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.2° | 27.2° | 29.3° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.7° | 25.7° | 28.0° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 23.2° | 22.0° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 19.3° | 18.4° | 20.2° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.3° | 13.9° | 16.8° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Taizhou
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 5.0 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Taizhou, 43 % 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 Taizhou: 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, Taizhou has about 7 rainy days with 83 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Taizhou
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 45 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 Taizhou
How breezy and how cloudy Taizhou 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 Taizhou typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle 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: Jul.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 53 % of the sky over Taizhou: variable cloud, with about 5.0 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 Taizhou
How often the day gets hot in Taizhou (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, Taizhou has about 2 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
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 Taizhou
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Taizhou 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.
Taizhou has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 79) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 29).
- 64
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 60
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
- 29
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain, Storm season
- 79
October half-term
Oct
GoodBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 51
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 3.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 55 min
- Distance
- 9,460 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
Taizhou 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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Taizhou vs Wenzhou
In October the holiday weather in Taizhou and Wenzhou is about equally good (score 79 vs 79). During the day Wenzhou is 1 °C warmer than Taizhou. The sea in Wenzhou is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Taizhou | Wenzhou |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 79 | 79 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 26° |
| Sea | 23° | 24° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 8 |
| Best time | Apr – May, Oct – Nov | Oct – Nov |
Through the year
China in October: the best places
In October, Taizhou ranks 20 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 3Jingdezhen26°84
- 4Nanchang25°84
- 5Zhujiajiao24°83
- 6Jiaxing24°82
- 7Changzhou24°82
- 8Nantong23°21°82
- 20TaizhouThis page25°23°79
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Frequently asked questions about Taizhou
When is the best time to visit Taizhou?
The best time to visit Taizhou is from April to May and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Taizhou?
The sea temperature in Taizhou ranges from 11.7 °C in February to 28.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Taizhou in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Taizhou?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Taizhou?
Rain is frequent in March and from June to September; the wettest month is June with 233 mm. The driest month is December with 48 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Taizhou get?
Taizhou gets around 1,680 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 7.4 hours a day; in January there are 3.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Taizhou in?
Taizhou is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Taizhou?
A nonstop flight from London to Taizhou takes about 11 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,460 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Taizhou?
Taizhou 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 Taizhou?
Taizhou has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 79) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 29). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 64, May half-term 60, summer holidays 29, October half-term 79, Christmas holidays 51.