Taiwan in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Taiwan in january 2026
Below, find the the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Taiwan. These predictions are statistics for the month of january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in january in Taipei
tolerable weather 2.2cm
Weather at 6am
59°F
Moderate rain at times
26% of time
23%
22%
18%
Weather at 12pm
63°F
Moderate rain at times
30% of time
24%
18%
18%
Weather at 6pm
59°F
Moderate rain at times
29% of time
22%
20%
20%
Weather at 3am
58°F
22%
21%
21%
20%
Where to go in Taiwan in january?
Where to go in Taiwan in january: destination map
Where to go in each region in january?
| Central Taiwan (Sun Moon Lake, Puli (Nantou)...) | 67°F to 70°F | 1 à 2 days | good weather* | |
| Eastern taiwan (Hualien, Yilan, Taitung...) | 65°F to 74°F | 2 à 11 days | 70°F to 76°F | bad weather* |
| Northern Taiwan (Taipei, Keelung, Yangmingshan National Park...) | 63°F to 65°F | 7 à 11 days | 70°F | tolerable weather* |
| Northwest Taiwan (Taichung, Hsinchu, Miaoli...) | 67°F to 70°F | 2 à 3 days | 68°F | good weather* |
| Southwest Taiwan (Kaohsiung, Tainan, Kenting National Park...) | 68°F to 76°F | 0 à 4 days | 76°F | perfect weather* |
Where should you go in Taiwan in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Taiwan in january ranges from perfect to bad depending on the region and city.
On the month of january the weather in Taiwan is perfect. It concerns the city of Kaohsiung only. Thus, in Kaohsiung these ideal weather conditions will allow you to live fully your travel: the sun is here, precipitations are scarce and the humidity is bearable. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to this city!
However, the weather is still good in Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, Taroko National Park, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi, Puli (Nantou), Alishan National Scenic Area, Sanyi, Kenting National Park, Hualien City and Taitung. In these cities, temperatures are still pleasing and allow you enjoy the sun and sightseeing in good conditions.
If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example for cultural tours or hiking, the cities of Green Island (Lutao), Taipei and Yangmingshan National Park have a decent enough weather for this kind of activity in january. Finally, we advise you to avoid you get in Jiaoxi, Lanyu, Keelung and Yilan in january because the climate is unfavorable.
Climate in Taiwan in january
Climate in Taipei in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Taipei is 61°F (maximum temperature is 63°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate is fairly cool here in this month, but it is livable by dressing cosy. With 4.3in over 7 days, you will experience some showers throughout your vacations. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, the month of january is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this city in Taiwan.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 70°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (22%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 63% | ||
| Length of day | 10:45 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Hualien City in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Hualien City is 65°F (maximum temperature is 67°F and minimum temperature is 63°F). The climate quite comfortable in that area in the month of january. With 1.7in over 2 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your trip. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a good weather, january is a good time to go in this locality in Taiwan.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 75°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 10:50 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Kaohsiung in january
In january, the mean temperature in Kaohsiung is 72°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 68°F). The climate good around this city in january. With 0.6in over 1 days,
it rains very little during your vacations.
With ideal weather conditions, january is an advisable month to go in that area.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 74°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (2%) | ||
| Humidity | 72% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 23% | ||
| Length of day | 10:55 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Puli (Nantou) in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 47°F (for an average temperature of 58°F). The climate comfortable here in this month. With just 1.1in over 1 days, rain may be scarce during your vacations.
With good weather conditions, the month of january is a good month to go there.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 58°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 70°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (4%) | ||
| Humidity | 67% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 14% | ||
| Length of day | 10:49 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Hsinchu in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Hsinchu is 65°F (maximum temperature is 67°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate quite nice around this city in the month of january. With barely 2.8in over 3 days,
it rains very little for your trip.
With good weather conditions, january is an advisable month to go in this city.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 68°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (11%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 31% | ||
| Length of day | 10:47 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Taiwan in january
| Taipei in january | tolerable weather |
| Hualien in january | good weather |
| Kaohsiung in january | perfect weather |
| Puli (Nantou) in january | tolerable weather |
| Hsinchu in january | good weather |
| Keelung in january | bad weather |
| Miaoli in january | good weather |
| Kenting National Park in january | good weather |
| Yangmingshan National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Sun Moon Lake in january | good weather |
| Taichung in january | perfect weather |
| Tainan in january | perfect weather |
| Taitung in january | tolerable weather |
| Yilan in january | bad weather |
| Alishan National Scenic Area in january | good weather |
| Chiayi in january | perfect weather |
| Green Island (Lutao) in january | tolerable weather |
| Jiaoxi in january | bad weather |
| Lanyu in january | bad weather |
| Taroko National Park in january | good weather |
| Sanyi in january | good weather |
Weather data for Taiwan in january:
Weather data for Taiwan in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Taiwan. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Taiwan can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Taiwan.