Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Hualien and Taroko in April
Hualien and Taroko warms up: highs climb to 78°F (25°C), from 74°F in March, with lows of 74°F (23°C) and about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain.
It scores 67/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 78°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (95 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 82%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (25°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 74°F (23°C).
With 82% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (95 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 82%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.0 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (October – March).
- Comfort slips from 70/100 in March to 67/100.
- April sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hualien and Taroko in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Qixingtan Beach
Crescent pebble beach with mountain views north of Hualien city.
Why now April scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Liyu Lake
Mountain-ringed lake with cycling paths and pedal boats south of the city.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Gongzheng Baozi
Round-the-clock steamed bun shop famous for small pork buns and dumplings.
Pine Garden
Japanese-era military building in a pine grove overlooking Hualien port.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Hualien Cultural and Creative Industries Park
Converted winery buildings with craft shops, galleries and cafes.
Nearby in April
- Taipei in April~72 mi · highs 76°F, 5.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jiufen and Pingxi in April~79 mi · highs 73°F, 5.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Tainan in April~111 mi · highs 79°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hualien and Taroko in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Hualien and Taroko?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 67/100 against a best of 74 in October – March. Expect highs of 78°F (25°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain. April is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Hualien and Taroko in April?
Average highs are 78°F (25°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hualien and Taroko in April?
Some: about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 62.7 in (1593 mm).
What should I pack for Hualien and Taroko in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Hualien and Taroko
Routes in season in April
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
Planning Hualien and Taroko in April?
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