Kaohsiung in January
Great time to visit
January hits the sweet spot for Kaohsiung weather. Cool mornings, warm afternoons, and almost no rain make this one of the best months to visit.
Weather
January brings Kaohsiung's best weather - clear skies, low humidity, and gentle breezes off the Taiwan Strait. Expect sunny days with temperatures perfect for walking around the harbor or exploring Shoushan National Nature Park. Rain is rare, maybe a light shower every few days.
24°C high16°C low4 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$65/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Chinese New Year celebrations
- •Lantern Festival preparation events
January Tips
- •Book accommodations early as locals travel during Chinese New Year
- •Pack layers - mornings can be cool but afternoons warm up nicely
- •This is perfect weather for the Love River boat rides
All Months
October through March gives you the best weather — warm days around 25°C, cool evenings, and almost no rain. This is peak season, so book accommodations early. April and May are pleasant but can get sticky. June through September is brutal. We're talking 35°C heat with 80% humidity that makes walking outside feel like a punishment. But summer also brings typhoon season, mango season, and the best swimming weather at Cijin Beach. The Dragon Boat Festival in June turns the Love River into a party zone. Chinese New Year in February shuts down many restaurants but lights up the temples like nowhere else in Taiwan.
Kaohsiung Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
6/10
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