The short answerOctober to December and March to April are the easiest months for most of Taiwan: cooler, drier on the west side, and past the peak of typhoon season. Summer is hot everywhere and July to September is typhoon season. In winter the northeast monsoon brings rain and wind to Keelung, Yilan and the northeast coast, while the west and south stay dry.
Climate figures are the Central Weather Administration's 1991 to 2020 averages. They tell you what is usual, not what tomorrow brings: check the forecast before every ride (each route page links its county forecast).
Coming up
Formosa 900 (round-island ride)
7 November 2026 to 15 November 2026 · Round-island ride around Taiwan
A 9-day round-island ride, now in its 15th year, plus themed shorter tours. Registration for the 2026 dates is handled through Giant Travel tour listings linked from the festival page. Expect groups of riders on Route 1 roads during these dates.
The festival page gives 7 to 15 November 2026. A Giant Japan tour page gives 6 to 15 November 2026 for its package, which likely includes an arrival day. Use the festival page dates.
Official page · Cycling Life Foundation
Sun Moon Lake Come! BikeDay Carnival
21 November 2026 · Starts at Xiangshan Visitor Center, Sun Moon Lake, Yuchi Township, Nantou County
The 15th edition. Four options: a 30 km lap of the lake, a 20 km boat-and-bike option, a 10 km "colour" ride that stays on bike paths, and a children's balance-bike race. Riders gather from 06:30 and the lap ride sets off at 08:00. Expect crowds and controlled roads around the lake on the day.
Official page · Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area Administration
Chenggong guided e-bike tour (East Coast)
5 December 2026 · Chenggong Township, Taitung County, including the Jihui bike path
A guided e-bike ride with local hosts around Chenggong, ending at a seaside market with about 30 stalls and music. Registration site not yet open on 4 November 2026.
Official page · East Coast National Scenic Area Administration
Taipei Marathon (riverside parks on the course)
20 December 2026 · Taipei City: start at Citizen Square, full marathon finishes at Taipei Track and Field Stadium
Not a cycling event, but the full marathon course passes Nanhu Left Bank, Chengmei Left Bank, Guanshan and Yingfeng riverside parks, and the half marathon uses Diding Avenue. Full marathon starts 06:30, half 07:00. Expect closed or crowded riverside paths on the east side of Taipei that morning. Exact path closure times are only shown in map images on the race site.
Official page · Taipei City Government, Chinese Taipei Athletics Association, Chinese Taipei Road Running Association
Taipei Cycle 2027 (bike trade show)
24 March 2027 to 27 March 2027 · Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Halls 1 and 2, Nangang District, Taipei
A bicycle industry trade show run by TAITRA. Mainly for the trade. Public visiting days were not confirmed on the official site.
Official page · TAITRA
Month by month
Open a month for regional advice and the official station averages. The current month is open.
January
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 0
Worth riding for this month
- Sunset at Gaomei Wetland, Taichung coast: The Gaomei bike path runs 1.7 km along the Qingshui drainage channel and sea wall to Gaomei Wetland, a spot the Tourism Administration lists for birdwatching and sunsets. Sunsets are viewable year round; the dry months (October to March) give clearer skies, but the coast is windy then (Wuqi averages 5.6 to 6.2 m/s from October to February). Source
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Cool and often grey. Keelung and Su'ao see rain on about 20 days in the month; Taipei is drier. Pack a rain layer for the northeast coast and Yilan.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 90.5 | 13.5 | 19.4 | 2.7 |
| Tamsui | 105.9 | 13.9 | 18.8 | 2.1 |
| Keelung | 327.8 | 19.6 | 18.4 | 3.5 |
| Hsinchu | 76.5 | 10.0 | 19.1 | 3.0 |
| Yilan | 155.2 | 17.5 | 19.7 | 1.7 |
| Su'ao | 378.6 | 20.1 | 19.3 | 2.9 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Dry and mild: Taichung gets rain on about 7 days. A good season for the Taichung bike paths. The Taichung coast (Wuqi) is windy, averaging about 6 m/s.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 36.6 | 6.6 | 22.3 | 1.6 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 32.0 | 5.4 | 19.2 | 6.1 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 56.7 | 7.9 | 19.4 | 1.1 |
| Chiayi | 27.5 | 5.1 | 22.5 | 2.3 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Dry and warm: Tainan and Kaohsiung see rain on only about 3 to 4 days, highs about 23 to 24°C. Peak riding season. Hengchun is windy.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 20.7 | 3.8 | 23.0 | 3.7 |
| Kaohsiung | 19.1 | 3.2 | 24.2 | 2.2 |
| Hengchun | 21.8 | 5.1 | 24.4 | 4.3 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Mild, light rain often. Hualien and Chenggong rain on about 13 to 15 days but amounts are small. Taitung is drier.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 57.6 | 13.4 | 21.4 | 2.9 |
| Chenggong | 67.3 | 15.0 | 22.4 | 3.8 |
| Taitung | 33.1 | 8.4 | 23.2 | 1.8 |
| Dawu | 42.5 | 10.9 | 23.7 | 2.8 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Penghu is very windy in winter: Magong averages about 5.3 m/s and Dongji Island about 10.8 m/s. Cycling on exposed roads and bridges can be hard or unsafe. Lanyu rains on about 22 days.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 20.9 | 5.2 | 19.4 | 5.3 |
| Dongji Island | 21.8 | 4.2 | 20.0 | 10.8 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 249.9 | 22.0 | 20.8 | 7.3 |
February
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 0
Worth riding for this month
- Sunset at Gaomei Wetland, Taichung coast: The Gaomei bike path runs 1.7 km along the Qingshui drainage channel and sea wall to Gaomei Wetland, a spot the Tourism Administration lists for birdwatching and sunsets. Sunsets are viewable year round; the dry months (October to March) give clearer skies, but the coast is windy then (Wuqi averages 5.6 to 6.2 m/s from October to February). Source
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Still cool and damp on the northeast coast. Taipei riverside paths are rideable most days.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 143.2 | 12.9 | 20.3 | 2.6 |
| Tamsui | 148.0 | 13.8 | 19.3 | 2.0 |
| Keelung | 349.8 | 17.9 | 19.1 | 3.2 |
| Hsinchu | 121.0 | 11.1 | 19.4 | 2.8 |
| Yilan | 147.0 | 15.5 | 20.4 | 1.6 |
| Su'ao | 293.7 | 19.2 | 19.9 | 2.8 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Dry and mild. Coastal wind still strong at Wuqi.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 63.0 | 8.0 | 22.9 | 1.6 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 60.4 | 7.0 | 19.6 | 5.7 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 72.0 | 8.2 | 20.3 | 1.1 |
| Chiayi | 44.9 | 5.5 | 23.0 | 2.2 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Dry and warm. Excellent riding.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 21.6 | 4.1 | 24.0 | 3.5 |
| Kaohsiung | 17.7 | 3.2 | 25.0 | 2.2 |
| Hengchun | 23.2 | 5.0 | 25.5 | 3.9 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Mild, light rain. Rift valley riding is comfortable.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 74.7 | 14.2 | 21.9 | 2.9 |
| Chenggong | 70.1 | 15.0 | 22.9 | 3.5 |
| Taitung | 40.7 | 9.1 | 23.8 | 1.8 |
| Dawu | 44.3 | 10.8 | 24.4 | 2.6 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Still windy on Penghu. Not a good month for island cycling.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 38.1 | 6.2 | 20.0 | 4.9 |
| Dongji Island | 28.9 | 4.0 | 20.6 | 9.7 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 190.7 | 18.4 | 21.4 | 7.1 |
March
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 0
Worth riding for this month
- Sunset at Gaomei Wetland, Taichung coast: The Gaomei bike path runs 1.7 km along the Qingshui drainage channel and sea wall to Gaomei Wetland, a spot the Tourism Administration lists for birdwatching and sunsets. Sunsets are viewable year round; the dry months (October to March) give clearer skies, but the coast is windy then (Wuqi averages 5.6 to 6.2 m/s from October to February). Source
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Spring rain season in the north (CWA: February to April). Mild temperatures, showers likely.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 157.2 | 14.5 | 22.7 | 2.6 |
| Tamsui | 153.4 | 15.2 | 21.6 | 2.0 |
| Keelung | 274.4 | 18.7 | 21.0 | 2.8 |
| Hsinchu | 157.8 | 13.6 | 21.6 | 2.4 |
| Yilan | 115.3 | 16.8 | 22.7 | 1.7 |
| Su'ao | 193.6 | 18.4 | 22.0 | 2.6 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Mild, rain slowly increasing. Sun Moon Lake is pleasant.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 86.9 | 10.1 | 25.2 | 1.5 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 81.5 | 9.3 | 22.3 | 4.9 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 103.1 | 10.6 | 22.1 | 1.1 |
| Chiayi | 53.0 | 6.8 | 25.4 | 2.1 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Dry and warming. Hengchun is at its driest (about 16 mm).
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 30.4 | 4.2 | 26.6 | 3.1 |
| Kaohsiung | 32.3 | 3.6 | 27.0 | 2.1 |
| Hengchun | 16.0 | 3.2 | 27.3 | 3.6 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Mild and fairly dry. A good season for the rift valley.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 76.7 | 14.2 | 23.6 | 2.8 |
| Chenggong | 70.1 | 15.5 | 24.3 | 3.2 |
| Taitung | 36.5 | 9.3 | 25.4 | 1.8 |
| Dawu | 42.8 | 10.5 | 26.2 | 2.4 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Wind easing on Penghu (about 4.2 m/s). Mild.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 50.7 | 7.6 | 22.9 | 4.2 |
| Dongji Island | 38.4 | 4.9 | 23.2 | 8.1 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 135.2 | 16.1 | 22.9 | 6.8 |
April
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 1
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Mild, with spring showers. A comfortable month for longer rides if you carry rain gear.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 152.5 | 14.4 | 26.4 | 2.5 |
| Tamsui | 157.6 | 13.6 | 25.4 | 1.8 |
| Keelung | 211.1 | 16.0 | 24.7 | 2.5 |
| Hsinchu | 162.6 | 12.5 | 25.5 | 2.1 |
| Yilan | 125.5 | 15.0 | 25.7 | 1.6 |
| Su'ao | 184.3 | 16.8 | 24.9 | 2.3 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Warm, more showers. Good for Sun Moon Lake before the plum rains.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 126.8 | 10.8 | 28.1 | 1.4 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 106.7 | 9.4 | 26.0 | 4.1 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 174.6 | 13.4 | 24.2 | 1.1 |
| Chiayi | 86.6 | 8.1 | 28.4 | 1.9 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Warmer, still mostly dry. Good riding before the rains.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 69.8 | 5.9 | 29.3 | 2.8 |
| Kaohsiung | 68.4 | 5.4 | 29.3 | 2.1 |
| Hengchun | 35.2 | 4.3 | 29.5 | 3.1 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Warm and fairly dry. Good touring weather.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 76.6 | 14.1 | 26.2 | 2.7 |
| Chenggong | 88.3 | 14.6 | 26.7 | 2.9 |
| Taitung | 64.8 | 10.9 | 27.8 | 1.7 |
| Dawu | 72.4 | 11.0 | 28.7 | 2.2 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Penghu calmer and mild. Good season starts.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 77.9 | 8.7 | 26.3 | 3.4 |
| Dongji Island | 70.8 | 6.8 | 26.1 | 6.5 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 142.9 | 14.3 | 24.8 | 6.9 |
May
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 9
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Plum rain season starts (CWA: May to June). Expect heavy showers some days; check forecasts.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 239.9 | 14.8 | 29.7 | 2.4 |
| Tamsui | 239.8 | 12.6 | 28.8 | 1.7 |
| Keelung | 284.1 | 16.1 | 28.0 | 2.3 |
| Hsinchu | 245.4 | 11.8 | 28.9 | 1.8 |
| Yilan | 222.5 | 17.9 | 28.5 | 1.6 |
| Su'ao | 266.7 | 19.3 | 27.6 | 2.1 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Plum rain season; Sun Moon Lake rain jumps to about 355 mm. Plan rest days.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 249.6 | 12.3 | 30.7 | 1.4 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 202.2 | 10.2 | 28.9 | 3.6 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 354.6 | 18.3 | 26.0 | 1.1 |
| Chiayi | 170.0 | 10.4 | 30.9 | 1.9 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Plum rains arrive from mid-May, heavier further south (CWA).
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 165.6 | 9.0 | 31.4 | 2.6 |
| Kaohsiung | 202.2 | 9.2 | 31.0 | 2.0 |
| Hengchun | 146.6 | 9.4 | 31.2 | 2.6 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Rain rises, though the east gets less plum rain than the west (CWA).
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 186.9 | 15.8 | 28.7 | 2.4 |
| Chenggong | 159.8 | 16.9 | 29.0 | 2.6 |
| Taitung | 138.3 | 14.4 | 30.0 | 1.6 |
| Dawu | 174.7 | 13.1 | 30.7 | 1.9 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Calm, warm, a little rain. Good for Penghu.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 117.8 | 9.3 | 29.1 | 3.0 |
| Dongji Island | 117.3 | 7.9 | 28.5 | 5.3 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 247.2 | 15.1 | 26.7 | 7.2 |
June
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 25
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Plum rain peaks in early June, then heat builds. Taipei averages over 32°C highs.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 345.0 | 15.6 | 32.7 | 2.0 |
| Tamsui | 257.4 | 12.2 | 31.3 | 1.5 |
| Keelung | 290.4 | 14.8 | 31.2 | 2.2 |
| Hsinchu | 253.6 | 10.5 | 31.5 | 2.0 |
| Yilan | 189.6 | 14.5 | 31.4 | 1.6 |
| Su'ao | 229.9 | 14.7 | 30.4 | 2.1 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Wettest stretch at Sun Moon Lake (about 442 mm, rain on about 20 days). Lowland heat over 32°C.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 329.0 | 14.1 | 32.3 | 1.5 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 208.1 | 10.9 | 31.1 | 3.8 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 441.6 | 20.0 | 27.2 | 1.2 |
| Chiayi | 318.7 | 13.8 | 32.8 | 2.3 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Very wet: Kaohsiung about 416 mm. Heat and storms.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 370.5 | 12.1 | 32.4 | 3.0 |
| Kaohsiung | 416.2 | 12.9 | 32.1 | 2.2 |
| Hengchun | 350.7 | 15.0 | 31.8 | 2.4 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Warm, moderate rain. Heat builds in Taitung.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 165.5 | 11.6 | 30.9 | 2.6 |
| Chenggong | 170.8 | 12.1 | 30.7 | 2.3 |
| Taitung | 201.9 | 11.5 | 31.8 | 1.6 |
| Dawu | 367.6 | 13.3 | 32.6 | 1.9 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Calm and warming. Good for Penghu; strong sun.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 148.0 | 10.2 | 30.9 | 2.9 |
| Dongji Island | 183.9 | 9.8 | 29.9 | 5.5 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 245.8 | 13.7 | 28.0 | 8.7 |
July
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 99
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Hot: Taipei's average high is the highest of the year at about 35°C. Ride early or late, carry water. Typhoon season.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 226.1 | 12.0 | 34.8 | 2.2 |
| Tamsui | 119.8 | 8.3 | 33.3 | 1.8 |
| Keelung | 119.5 | 8.5 | 33.3 | 2.6 |
| Hsinchu | 120.2 | 7.9 | 33.2 | 1.9 |
| Yilan | 140.3 | 8.9 | 33.2 | 2.1 |
| Su'ao | 165.8 | 9.5 | 31.8 | 2.8 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Hot and stormy; typhoon season. Ride early.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 303.3 | 13.5 | 33.3 | 1.6 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 183.5 | 9.0 | 32.2 | 3.7 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 394.5 | 18.3 | 28.3 | 1.2 |
| Chiayi | 387.4 | 15.3 | 33.4 | 2.3 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Hot, wet, typhoon season. Rain on about 13 days.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 374.6 | 13.0 | 33.0 | 2.9 |
| Kaohsiung | 377.2 | 13.2 | 32.7 | 2.4 |
| Hengchun | 391.3 | 15.8 | 32.1 | 2.6 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Hot; typhoon season. Check typhoon warnings before riding.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 198.5 | 8.2 | 32.4 | 2.8 |
| Chenggong | 245.5 | 9.8 | 31.8 | 2.5 |
| Taitung | 250.2 | 10.1 | 32.6 | 1.6 |
| Dawu | 388.1 | 12.8 | 32.8 | 2.0 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Calmest month on Penghu (about 2.6 m/s), but hot with strong sun and typhoon risk.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 163.2 | 8.1 | 32.2 | 2.6 |
| Dongji Island | 189.9 | 9.2 | 31.0 | 5.2 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 252.0 | 14.9 | 28.6 | 7.9 |
August
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 109
Worth riding for this month
- Daylily flowers on Liushidan and Chike mountains: Liushidan Mountain (Fuli Township) and Chike Mountain (Yuli Township), Hualien, are two of Taiwan's three main daylily growing areas. The Tourism Administration page says flowers bloom from early August to the end of September. Both are steep climbs off the rift valley floor. Nearest stations: Fuli (Liushidan) and Yuli (Chike). Source
- Taiwan Cycling Festival season: In 2026 the Tourism Administration's cycling festival events ran from 15 August to 5 December, with the busiest weekends in September. See events.json. Source
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Hot, afternoon storms and typhoons. August has the most typhoons historically.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 337.8 | 14.6 | 34.2 | 2.3 |
| Tamsui | 218.3 | 10.9 | 33.1 | 1.7 |
| Keelung | 211.4 | 11.6 | 32.5 | 2.7 |
| Hsinchu | 197.1 | 10.7 | 32.8 | 1.8 |
| Yilan | 243.4 | 11.7 | 32.8 | 2.0 |
| Su'ao | 268.5 | 11.5 | 31.5 | 2.8 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Hot, wet and typhoon-prone. Afternoon storms common in the hills.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 340.8 | 15.8 | 32.7 | 1.4 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 242.3 | 10.9 | 31.9 | 3.4 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 422.9 | 19.0 | 27.8 | 1.2 |
| Chiayi | 443.9 | 17.9 | 32.8 | 2.0 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Wettest month: Kaohsiung about 512 mm, Hengchun about 533 mm, rain on about 16 to 18 days. Typhoon peak. Not a good month for touring.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 466.1 | 15.8 | 32.6 | 2.9 |
| Kaohsiung | 512.4 | 16.7 | 32.1 | 2.3 |
| Hengchun | 533.4 | 17.5 | 31.8 | 2.4 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Hot and wet; typhoon peak. Daylily season on Liushidan and Chike mountains.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 258.8 | 10.4 | 32.2 | 2.6 |
| Chenggong | 342.2 | 11.8 | 31.6 | 2.5 |
| Taitung | 316.4 | 11.7 | 32.2 | 1.6 |
| Dawu | 458.2 | 14.8 | 32.3 | 1.9 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Penghu's wettest month (about 229 mm). Typhoon peak.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 229.4 | 9.4 | 31.8 | 2.7 |
| Dongji Island | 243.3 | 10.0 | 30.8 | 5.0 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 328.8 | 16.9 | 28.5 | 7.5 |
September
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 93
Worth riding for this month
- Daylily flowers on Liushidan and Chike mountains: Liushidan Mountain (Fuli Township) and Chike Mountain (Yuli Township), Hualien, are two of Taiwan's three main daylily growing areas. The Tourism Administration page says flowers bloom from early August to the end of September. Both are steep climbs off the rift valley floor. Nearest stations: Fuli (Liushidan) and Yuli (Chike). Source
- Taiwan Cycling Festival season: In 2026 the Tourism Administration's cycling festival events ran from 15 August to 5 December, with the busiest weekends in September. See events.json. Source
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Still hot early in the month, typhoons possible. Yilan and Su'ao get much wetter from September.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 315.2 | 13.4 | 31.5 | 2.8 |
| Tamsui | 290.1 | 11.8 | 30.9 | 1.8 |
| Keelung | 390.1 | 15.2 | 29.8 | 3.1 |
| Hsinchu | 174.5 | 8.9 | 31.2 | 2.4 |
| Yilan | 409.6 | 15.2 | 30.6 | 2.1 |
| Su'ao | 450.1 | 16.1 | 29.7 | 2.8 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Rain falls by about half from August. Still hot.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 147.5 | 8.5 | 32.2 | 1.4 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 91.1 | 6.0 | 30.8 | 4.2 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 192.1 | 12.0 | 27.2 | 1.1 |
| Chiayi | 212.3 | 9.4 | 32.1 | 1.8 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Rain easing but typhoons still possible.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 170.5 | 8.5 | 32.4 | 2.7 |
| Kaohsiung | 224.5 | 10.1 | 31.8 | 2.2 |
| Hengchun | 320.3 | 13.5 | 31.3 | 2.9 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Wet: Hualien about 330 mm. Typhoons possible.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 329.9 | 13.2 | 30.7 | 2.7 |
| Chenggong | 329.3 | 15.2 | 30.7 | 3.2 |
| Taitung | 295.6 | 12.8 | 31.3 | 1.7 |
| Dawu | 391.4 | 15.6 | 31.2 | 2.2 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Rain drops off; wind starts to rise.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 100.3 | 5.6 | 31.0 | 3.6 |
| Dongji Island | 108.3 | 5.6 | 30.0 | 6.3 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 361.1 | 18.4 | 27.7 | 6.8 |
October
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 33
Worth riding for this month
- Autumn rice harvest on Brown Avenue, Chishang: Brown Avenue in Chishang Township, Taitung, is a straight farm road with no power poles. The Tourism Administration says riders can cycle it, and that it is known for golden rice at autumn harvest time. Nearest station: Chishang (about 3.1 km straight-line). Source
- Sunset at Gaomei Wetland, Taichung coast: The Gaomei bike path runs 1.7 km along the Qingshui drainage channel and sea wall to Gaomei Wetland, a spot the Tourism Administration lists for birdwatching and sunsets. Sunsets are viewable year round; the dry months (October to March) give clearer skies, but the coast is windy then (Wuqi averages 5.6 to 6.2 m/s from October to February). Source
- Sun Moon Lake in autumn: Sun Moon Lake rain drops from about 192 mm in September to about 50 mm in October and 38 mm in November (CWA normals). The Come! BikeDay carnival is held in November (21 November in 2026), and the four-season certification winter route opened on 1 October 2026. Source
- Taiwan Cycling Festival season: In 2026 the Tourism Administration's cycling festival events ran from 15 August to 5 December, with the busiest weekends in September. See events.json. Source
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Northeast monsoon sets in. Taipei and Hsinchu turn pleasant and drier; Yilan and Su'ao are at their wettest (Su'ao about 714 mm). Hsinchu coast gets windier.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 150.2 | 12.7 | 27.6 | 3.1 |
| Tamsui | 165.8 | 12.3 | 27.1 | 1.9 |
| Keelung | 377.6 | 17.1 | 26.1 | 3.7 |
| Hsinchu | 53.6 | 5.5 | 28.0 | 3.4 |
| Yilan | 428.1 | 18.5 | 27.1 | 2.0 |
| Su'ao | 714.1 | 20.3 | 26.5 | 3.0 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Dry season starts: Taichung has rain on about 3 days. One of the best months for central Taiwan. Coastal wind picks up.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 25.0 | 3.0 | 30.3 | 1.6 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 20.3 | 2.4 | 28.0 | 5.8 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 50.3 | 5.9 | 25.6 | 1.0 |
| Chiayi | 30.2 | 2.9 | 30.1 | 1.7 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Dry season starts: Tainan rain on about 3 days. Hengchun winds rise.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 30.8 | 2.8 | 30.8 | 2.8 |
| Kaohsiung | 53.4 | 4.2 | 30.1 | 1.9 |
| Hengchun | 125.3 | 8.6 | 29.7 | 4.2 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Hualien's wettest month (about 351 mm) as the northeast monsoon meets the coast. Chenggong windier.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 350.6 | 12.5 | 28.3 | 3.0 |
| Chenggong | 283.1 | 15.6 | 28.8 | 4.2 |
| Taitung | 215.0 | 9.9 | 29.4 | 2.0 |
| Dawu | 203.3 | 13.1 | 29.4 | 2.9 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Northeast monsoon returns: Penghu wind jumps to about 5.4 m/s, Dongji about 9.9 m/s. Dry. Expect strong headwinds on Penghu bridges.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 30.1 | 2.4 | 28.2 | 5.4 |
| Dongji Island | 35.6 | 1.8 | 27.7 | 9.9 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 299.0 | 18.2 | 25.9 | 7.7 |
November
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 13
Worth riding for this month
- Autumn rice harvest on Brown Avenue, Chishang: Brown Avenue in Chishang Township, Taitung, is a straight farm road with no power poles. The Tourism Administration says riders can cycle it, and that it is known for golden rice at autumn harvest time. Nearest station: Chishang (about 3.1 km straight-line). Source
- Sunset at Gaomei Wetland, Taichung coast: The Gaomei bike path runs 1.7 km along the Qingshui drainage channel and sea wall to Gaomei Wetland, a spot the Tourism Administration lists for birdwatching and sunsets. Sunsets are viewable year round; the dry months (October to March) give clearer skies, but the coast is windy then (Wuqi averages 5.6 to 6.2 m/s from October to February). Source
- Sun Moon Lake in autumn: Sun Moon Lake rain drops from about 192 mm in September to about 50 mm in October and 38 mm in November (CWA normals). The Come! BikeDay carnival is held in November (21 November in 2026), and the four-season certification winter route opened on 1 October 2026. Source
- Taiwan Cycling Festival season: In 2026 the Tourism Administration's cycling festival events ran from 15 August to 5 December, with the busiest weekends in September. See events.json. Source
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Taipei's driest month (about 83 mm). Good riding in Taipei and Hsinchu; Yilan and the northeast coast remain wet and windy.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 83.2 | 12.3 | 24.8 | 3.2 |
| Tamsui | 104.2 | 12.4 | 24.4 | 2.0 |
| Keelung | 396.9 | 18.6 | 23.6 | 3.5 |
| Hsinchu | 51.1 | 6.8 | 25.1 | 3.2 |
| Yilan | 335.8 | 19.5 | 24.2 | 1.7 |
| Su'ao | 705.7 | 20.7 | 23.8 | 2.7 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Dry and comfortable. Sun Moon Lake Come! BikeDay is usually held this month.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 23.8 | 4.1 | 27.6 | 1.5 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 23.1 | 3.3 | 25.1 | 5.6 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 38.4 | 5.3 | 23.6 | 1.0 |
| Chiayi | 21.5 | 3.3 | 27.6 | 1.7 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Dry and warm: one of the best months. Hengchun average wind about 4.8 m/s, so expect strong gusts on the peninsula.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 23.8 | 2.4 | 28.1 | 3.0 |
| Kaohsiung | 25.6 | 2.8 | 28.1 | 1.9 |
| Hengchun | 58.3 | 4.7 | 27.8 | 4.8 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Rain easing. Autumn rice harvest season in Chishang and the rift valley.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 175.1 | 12.4 | 25.8 | 3.0 |
| Chenggong | 153.3 | 14.5 | 26.4 | 4.1 |
| Taitung | 99.3 | 8.6 | 27.1 | 1.9 |
| Dawu | 92.9 | 9.8 | 27.4 | 3.2 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Windy and dry on Penghu.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 26.0 | 3.6 | 25.1 | 5.3 |
| Dongji Island | 32.9 | 2.6 | 25.1 | 10.3 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 282.6 | 19.9 | 23.9 | 7.8 |
December
Typhoons that hit Taiwan in this month, 1911 to 2025: 1
Worth riding for this month
- Sunset at Gaomei Wetland, Taichung coast: The Gaomei bike path runs 1.7 km along the Qingshui drainage channel and sea wall to Gaomei Wetland, a spot the Tourism Administration lists for birdwatching and sunsets. Sunsets are viewable year round; the dry months (October to March) give clearer skies, but the coast is windy then (Wuqi averages 5.6 to 6.2 m/s from October to February). Source
- Taiwan Cycling Festival season: In 2026 the Tourism Administration's cycling festival events ran from 15 August to 5 December, with the busiest weekends in September. See events.json. Source
North (Taipei, Keelung, Hsinchu, Yilan)
Cool. Taipei is fairly dry, but Keelung, Yilan and Su'ao are wet and windy.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 88.7 | 12.6 | 21.0 | 3.0 |
| Tamsui | 112.4 | 12.5 | 20.6 | 2.1 |
| Keelung | 356.6 | 19.5 | 20.1 | 3.7 |
| Hsinchu | 57.7 | 8.0 | 21.1 | 3.4 |
| Yilan | 232.2 | 18.5 | 20.9 | 1.7 |
| Su'ao | 584.3 | 21.5 | 20.6 | 2.9 |
Central (Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Chiayi)
Dry and cooler. Wuqi coast is at its windiest (about 6.2 m/s average).
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taichung | 30.5 | 5.3 | 23.9 | 1.6 |
| Wuqi (Taichung coast) | 33.1 | 4.6 | 21.2 | 6.2 |
| Sun Moon Lake | 42.2 | 6.4 | 20.5 | 1.0 |
| Chiayi | 25.8 | 4.1 | 24.3 | 2.1 |
South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hengchun)
Dry and warm. Hengchun is at its windiest (about 5.0 m/s average).
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tainan | 16.2 | 3.0 | 24.4 | 3.5 |
| Kaohsiung | 19.2 | 2.8 | 25.3 | 2.1 |
| Hengchun | 29.0 | 4.0 | 25.1 | 5.0 |
East (Hualien, Taitung, Chenggong, Dawu)
Mild, with frequent light rain in Hualien and Chenggong. Taitung is drier.
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hualien | 83.6 | 11.2 | 22.8 | 3.2 |
| Chenggong | 87.2 | 14.1 | 23.5 | 4.2 |
| Taitung | 45.8 | 8.4 | 24.3 | 1.9 |
| Dawu | 46.4 | 9.9 | 24.6 | 3.2 |
Islands (Penghu, Lanyu)
Penghu at its windiest (about 5.8 m/s; Dongji about 11.4 m/s).
| Station | Rain (mm) | Rain days | Average high (°C) | Average wind (m/s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penghu (Magong) | 28.1 | 4.8 | 21.3 | 5.8 |
| Dongji Island | 26.1 | 2.6 | 21.7 | 11.4 |
| Lanyu (Orchid Island) | 243.5 | 21.7 | 21.5 | 7.7 |
Yearly events
These ran in 2026 and usually come back each year. Next dates are not announced yet, so check the official page before you plan around one.
Tour de Taiwan (international road race)
Dates not announced · Stages in host cities; 2026 stages were Taipei, Taoyuan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung Liudui and Provincial Highway 9
A UCI professional stage race held in March in recent years (the official site posted 2026 stage reports between 18 and 21 March). Stages run on public roads, so riders in host cities should check local traffic notices. 2027 dates not announced.
Sun Moon Lake four-season cycling certification
Dates not announced · Sun Moon Lake, Nantou County
A self-guided programme with no registration: ride the season's set route, spend at least NT$100 on one receipt, complete the challenge and upload your route track to book a medal. The winter route opened on 1 October 2026.
Official page · Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area Administration
Dadaocheng Summer Festival fireworks (riverside closures)
In 2026: 25 July 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Yanping Riverside Park and Tamsui River water gates 1 to 6, Datong District, Taipei
Fireworks over the Tamsui River on 25 July, 5 August and 15 August 2026. On the Saturday shows, bikes could only exit at water gates 1 to 6 from 06:00 to 15:30, and bikes were banned there, even when pushed, from 15:30 to 23:00. The riverside bike rental at Dadaocheng stopped renting 17:00 to 23:00, and Taipei Bridge was closed to bikes and pedestrians 19:30 to 20:30. Expect similar closures if the event returns in 2027.
On the Wednesday show (5 August 2026) the bike exit-only period was 12:00 to 15:00 and the ban ran 15:00 to 23:00.
Official page · Taipei City Government
East Rift Valley slow ride: Guangfu
In 2026: 15 August 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Guangfu Township, Hualien County
A slow ride linking Danongdafu Forest Park, Mataian Wetland, Tafalong and the Hualien Sugar Factory, with tasks and a finisher gift.
Official page · East Rift Valley National Scenic Area Administration
Taichung Bike Carnival
In 2026: 29 August 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Dongshi Beetle Ecological Park to Houli Horse Ranch, Taichung
The 10th edition in 2026 followed the Dongfeng Bike Green Corridor and Houfeng Bikeway, about 14.8 km, crossing the Dajia River steel bridge and the old No. 9 tunnel.
Official page · Taichung City Government Tourism and Travel Bureau
Extreme Points: Northeast Coast ride to Sandiao Cape
In 2026: 1 September 2026 to 30 September 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Fulong to Sandiao Cape Lighthouse, Northeast Coast
A self-paced month-long ride to Taiwan's easternmost point, with rental-and-insurance packages, a stamp collection and a finisher gift at Fulong Visitor Center.
Official page · Northeast and Yilan Coast National Scenic Area Administration
Extreme Points: Fuguijiao (northernmost point) ride
In 2026: 12 September 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Fuguijiao, North Coast, New Taipei
Two routes in 2026: 22 km for families and beginners via Baishawan and Qianshuiwan, and 73 km via Yehliu, Jinshan and Zhongjiao Bay.
Official page · North Coast and Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration
Extreme Points: Eluanbi (southernmost point) ride
In 2026: 19 September 2026 to 20 September 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Hengchun Peninsula and Eluanbi Park, Pingtung County
Long-distance and leisure groups, plus a two-day community tour and a one-day guided ride.
Official page · Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area Administration
Siraya 5COOL reservoir ride
In 2026: 19 September 2026 to 20 September 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Siraya Guantian Visitor Center, Tainan, to Wushantou, Zengwen, Hutoupi, Jianshanpi and Baihe reservoirs
A ride linking five reservoirs, with a balance-bike race for children and a market at the main venue.
Official page · Siraya National Scenic Area Administration
Penghu Island Hopping 101K
In 2026: 20 September 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Penghu, including the Trans-Oceanic Bridge and Daguoye basalt columns
A 101 km challenge group and a 22 km leisure group, passing Shili Beach, Suogang bike rest stop, the Trans-Oceanic Bridge and Daguoye.
Official page · Penghu National Scenic Area Administration
Extreme Points: Guoshenggang (westernmost point) ride
In 2026: 3 October 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Guoshenggang Lighthouse, Qigu, Tainan
In 2026 the ride used a fully closed section of Provincial Highway 61 expressway on the way to Taiwan's westernmost lighthouse.
Official page · Southwest Coast National Scenic Area Administration
LIGHT ONE BIKE (Dapeng Bay)
In 2026: 3 October 2026 to 25 October 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Dapeng Bay bike path and County Road 185, Pingtung
Guided rides that run into the evening, with digital stamp collection. In 2026 held on 3 to 4 October and 25 October.
Official page · Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area Administration
East Rift Valley: Batongguan trail ride and Yuli town challenge
In 2026: 18 October 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Yuli Township, Hualien County
A ride combined with a guided walk on the Batongguan Historic Trail (to Shanfeng No. 2 suspension bridge), plus a checkpoint game around Yuli town.
Official page · East Rift Valley National Scenic Area Administration
Taiwan KOM Challenge
In 2026: 2 November 2026. Next dates not announced yet · Hualien coast through Taroko Gorge to Wuling on Hehuanshan
A 105 km climb from sea level to 3,275 m. The 2026 (15th) edition was held on 2 November 2026 with a Hualien time trial prologue added. The next edition has not been announced. Riders planning Provincial Highway 8 and 14A around this time should check for closures.
Official page · 中華民國自行車騎士協會 (official English name not checked)
How Taiwan's weather year works
- From 1911 to 2025, 382 typhoons hit Taiwan, about 3 to 4 a year. August has the most (109), then July (99) and September (93), so July to September is typhoon season. October (33) and November (13) still see some; June had 25. Source
- CWA splits Taiwan's rain year into winter (December to January), spring rain (February to April), plum rain (May to June), summer (July to September, mainly typhoons) and autumn (October to November). Winter is the driest season island-wide; the windward north and east get about 3 mm a day, while central and southern Taiwan get under 1 mm a day and can go weeks without rain. Source
- In autumn the east still gets substantial rain (about 12 mm a day in October), while central and southern Taiwan dry out quickly after October. Source
- The northeast monsoon forms from late September as continental high pressure builds. Wind direction becomes steady after October, and by November a stable northeast monsoon dominates. The first cold front after August usually reaches Taiwan around 18 September. Southwest Taiwan, sheltered by the Central Mountain Range, enters its dry season. Source
- Cold air masses affect Taiwan most in January. Winter rain is concentrated on the windward northeast; central and southern Taiwan stay dry. Source
- Monthly average wind speeds (1991 to 2020) are highest from October to February on exposed coasts and islands: Dongji Island 9.7 to 11.4 m/s, Wuqi on the Taichung coast 5.6 to 6.2 m/s, Penghu (Magong) 4.9 to 5.8 m/s, Hengchun 3.9 to 5.0 m/s. Inland stations such as Sun Moon Lake average about 1 m/s all year. Source
- Average daily highs in July reach about 34.8°C in Taipei and 33 to 33.4°C in Taichung, Tainan and Chiayi (1991 to 2020). Taipei is hotter than the south in July and August. Source
- Monthly climate averages, 1991 to 2020 (Central Weather Administration)
- Taiwan Cycling Festival 2026 (Tourism Administration)
- Each event links its organiser's page.
Checked November 2026