Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Hualien and Taroko in October
Hualien and Taroko edges cooler than September, with highs of 80°F (27°C), lows of 78°F (26°C) and about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain.
October opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 74/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (89 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 25 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 80°F (27°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (26°C).
With 79% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.5 in (89 mm).
It's breezy, with average winds near 14 mph (6.1 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around October
October is one of Hualien and Taroko's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 3.5 in (89 mm) after 8.7 in (222 mm) in September.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: October – March.
- Comfort improves from 50/100 in September to 74/100.
- October sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°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 October
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 October scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Qingshui Cliffs
Sheer cliffs plunging into turquoise water along the Suhua Highway.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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.
Dongdamen Night Market
Large night market with an Indigenous food section serving grilled meats and millet wine.
Hualien Cultural and Creative Industries Park
Converted winery buildings with craft shops, galleries and cafes.
Nearby in October
- Taipei in October~72 mi · highs 79°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Jiufen and Pingxi in October~79 mi · highs 75°F, 4.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Tainan in October~111 mi · highs 81°F, 2.8 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 October: quick answers
Is October 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 80°F (27°C) and 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain. October is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Hualien and Taroko in October?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 78°F (26°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hualien and Taroko in October?
Some: about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 62.7 in (1593 mm).
What should I pack for Hualien and Taroko in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°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 October
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
Planning Hualien and Taroko in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.