Early winter · Weather & things to do
Hualien and Taroko in December
Hualien and Taroko sees its driest month, with just 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain, highs of 72°F (22°C) and lows of 69°F (21°C).
At 74/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 72°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 72°F (22°C).
Lows average 69°F (21°C).
With 79% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (61 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 79%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 14 mph (6.4 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around December
December is one of Hualien and Taroko's best months on the climate data.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 32 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from November (72 → 74/100).
- December sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 72°F
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 14 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hualien and Taroko in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Liyu Lake
Mountain-ringed lake with cycling paths and pedal boats south of the city.
Why now December scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Qixingtan Beach
Crescent pebble beach with mountain views north of Hualien city.
Why now Highs near 72°F and 2.4 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.
Hualien Cultural and Creative Industries Park
Converted winery buildings with craft shops, galleries and cafes.
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.
Nearby in December
- Taipei in December~72 mi · highs 69°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jiufen and Pingxi in December~79 mi · highs 65°F, 3.9 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Tainan in December~111 mi · highs 73°F, 1.3 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 December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Hualien and Taroko?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 74/100. Expect highs of 72°F (22°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain. December is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Hualien and Taroko in December?
Average highs are 72°F (22°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hualien and Taroko in December?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 62.7 in (1593 mm).
What should I pack for Hualien and Taroko in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 72°F), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 14 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Hualien and Taroko
Routes in season in December
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
Planning Hualien and Taroko in December?
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