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Hualien and Taroko in July
Hualien and Taroko's warmest month brings highs averaging 85°F (30°C), lows of 83°F (29°C) and about 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 53/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 83°F (29°C)
- Rain
- 6.6 in (167 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 53/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 83°F (29°C).
Humidity averages 83%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.6 in (167 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are October – March.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 25.2 in (640 mm) in total.
- Comfort improves from 46/100 in June to 53/100.
- Our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends Oct – Dec, Mar – May, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hualien and Taroko in July
With 6.6 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Dongdamen Night Market
Large night market with an Indigenous food section serving grilled meats and millet wine.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.6 in of rain.
Hualien Cultural and Creative Industries Park
Converted winery buildings with craft shops, galleries and cafes.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.6 in of rain.
Gongzheng Baozi
Round-the-clock steamed bun shop famous for small pork buns and dumplings.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Liyu Lake
Mountain-ringed lake with cycling paths and pedal boats south of the city.
Taroko Gorge
Marble canyon carved by the Liwu River; only some sections and trails have reopened since 2024.
Nearby in July
- Taipei in July~72 mi · highs 86°F, 6.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Jiufen and Pingxi in July~79 mi · highs 83°F, 6.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Tainan in July~111 mi · highs 85°F, 11.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Hualien and Taroko?
It's middling, scoring 53/100. The best months are October – March, at up to 74. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain. Our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends Oct – Dec, Mar – May, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Hualien and Taroko in July?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 83°F (29°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hualien and Taroko in July?
Yes: about 6.6 in (167 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 62.7 in (1593 mm).
What should I pack for Hualien and Taroko in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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