Month summary
Kaohsiung weather in September
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
67% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Kaohsiung in September?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in September (7.2/10). March scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Kaohsiung in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in September
🎯 Cultural sites less crowded than peak season — more enjoyable visits Autumn in Kaohsiung is often underrated: 30°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. With 67% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. March (8.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 16°C | 24°C | 16% | 1.3 | 10.0h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 16°C | 24°C | 16% | 0.6 | 10.7h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ March | 19°C | 26°C | 19% | 1.1 | 11.2h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ April | 22°C | 29°C | 24% | 2.2 | 11.8h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 25°C | 30°C | 48% | 5.8 | 12.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 31°C | 71% | 10.6 | 11.8h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 31°C | 75% | 12.4 | 11.7h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ August | 26°C | 31°C | 78% | 14.8 | 10.9h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ September | 26°C | 30°C | 67% | 7.5 | 11.3h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 24°C | 29°C | 41% | 5.6 | 10.9h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ November | 22°C | 28°C | 21% | 1.8 | 10.3h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ December | 18°C | 25°C | 13% | 0.7 | 10.0h | 8.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In September, Kaohsiung averages 30°C, 67% rainy days and 11.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.2/10.
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Comparison
September vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -4°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -48%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Kaohsiung in September
Is September a good time to visit Kaohsiung?
September is an acceptable time for Kaohsiung (score 7.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider March (8.6/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Kaohsiung in September?
Yes, 67% of days see rain in September. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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