Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Hualien and Taroko in September
Hualien and Taroko edges cooler than August, with highs of 84°F (29°C), lows of 82°F (28°C) and about 8.7 in (222 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 50/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 82°F (28°C)
- Rain
- 8.7 in (222 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 50/100 · Fair
What September feels like
Highs settle around 84°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 82°F (28°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 8.7 in (222 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are October – March.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 43/100 in August to 50/100.
- Our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends Oct – Dec, Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes84°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics81% 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 September
With 8.7 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 8.7 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 8.7 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 September's rain moves in.
Qixingtan Beach
Crescent pebble beach with mountain views north of Hualien city.
Taroko Gorge
Marble canyon carved by the Liwu River; only some sections and trails have reopened since 2024.
Nearby in September
- Taipei in September~72 mi · highs 83°F, 9.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Jiufen and Pingxi in September~79 mi · highs 80°F, 9.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Tainan in September~111 mi · highs 84°F, 9.5 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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Hualien and Taroko?
It's middling, scoring 50/100. The best months are October – March, at up to 74. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 8.7 in (222 mm) of rain. Our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends Oct – Dec, Mar – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Hualien and Taroko in September?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 82°F (28°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hualien and Taroko in September?
Yes: about 8.7 in (222 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 62.7 in (1593 mm).
What should I pack for Hualien and Taroko in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (84°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (81% 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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