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Jiufen and Pingxi in April
Jiufen and Pingxi warms up: highs climb to 73°F (23°C), from 67°F in March, with lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 5.0 in (126 mm) of rain.
It scores 62/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 5.0 in (126 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 73°F (23°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 66°F (19°C).
With 83% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.0 in (126 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 83%.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (October and December – March).
- First warm month: highs reach 73°F, up from 67°F in March.
- Humidity season begins: 83% on average, up from 82% in March.
- Comfort slips from 70/100 in March to 62/100.
- April sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes73°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Jiufen and Pingxi in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Shifen Old Street
Rail-side street where visitors paint and release sky lanterns between trains.
Why now April scores 62/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Golden Waterfall
Roadside cascade stained gold by minerals from old mine workings.
Why now Highs near 73°F and 5.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Shifen Waterfall
Wide curtain waterfall reached by a riverside path from Shifen.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
A-Gan Yi Taro Balls
Hillside shop serving chewy taro and sweet potato balls in shaved ice or warm soup.
Jiufen Old Street
Narrow lanes of tea houses and snack shops climbing a hillside above the sea.
Nearby in April
- Taipei in April~18 mi · highs 76°F, 5.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hualien and Taroko in April~79 mi · highs 78°F, 3.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
- Tainan in April~178 mi · highs 79°F, 3.1 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~101 m to Jiufen and Pingxi's ~289 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Jiufen and Pingxi in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Jiufen and Pingxi?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 62/100 against a best of 75 in October and December – March. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 5.0 in (126 mm) of rain. April is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Jiufen and Pingxi in April?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Jiufen and Pingxi in April?
Yes: about 5.0 in (126 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 76.6 in (1946 mm).
What should I pack for Jiufen and Pingxi in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (73°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Jiufen and Pingxi
Routes in season in April
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
Planning Jiufen and Pingxi in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.