Kaohsiung in October
Great time to visit
October rescues travelers from summer's grip with beautiful weather and fewer crowds. The city becomes enjoyable to explore again.
Weather
October marks the blessed return of comfortable weather as humidity drops and temperatures become manageable. Clear, sunny days return with gentle breezes. Rain decreases significantly, making outdoor activities pleasant again.
29°C high24°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$60/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Double Ten National Day celebrations
- •Kaohsiung Music Festival
October Tips
- •Perfect weather returns for harbor walks and mountain hikes
- •National Day brings patriotic displays and some business closures
- •Hotel prices start climbing as weather improves
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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