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Kaohsiung, Taiwan · Tropical

Kaohsiung in April: go or not?

Excellent time. Kaohsiung in April scores 8.6/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 22.63°N · 120.30°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Kaohsiung · April
8.6
22–29°
Temperature
15%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Stefano Huang via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in April

April is peak dry season in Kaohsiung. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (15% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.6/10) remains theoretically better.

April is the best month of the year in Kaohsiung. Compared to March: +5°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in April

UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
20°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.5h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 52
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Is April the right month?

The best month in Kaohsiung is March (8.6/10), 0.0 pt higher than April.

See March →See all 12 months →
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Taiwan

🗣️LanguageMandarin
💶CurrencyDollar de Taïwan (NT$)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.01°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJune · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 75°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 55%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
Location

Where is Kaohsiung ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Taiwan
Tropical climate with a 8.6 → 4.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
22.63°N · 120.30°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Kaohsiung?
March is the best month with 79°F highs, 66°F lows, 6.3h of sunshine and 11.0% rainy days. The months of March & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Kaohsiung get in March?
Kaohsiung averages 6.3 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Kaohsiung?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Kaohsiung in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 66°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Kaohsiung good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Kaohsiung scores 7.9/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid Kaohsiung?
August is the most difficult month to visit Kaohsiung, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Kaohsiung in April?
In April, the sea averages 83°F in Kaohsiung: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Kaohsiung in April?
The average UV index reaches 9 in April in Kaohsiung (very high), with about 12.5h of daylight. Protection essential.