Early spring · Weather & things to do
Jiufen and Pingxi in March
Jiufen and Pingxi edges warmer than February, with highs of 67°F (20°C), lows of 61°F (16°C) and about 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain.
At 70/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 67°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 5.2 in (131 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 86%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What March feels like
Days are mild at around 67°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 61°F (16°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.2 in (131 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 86%.
Plan around March
March is one of Jiufen and Pingxi's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by April, the score drops to 62/100.
- Comfort slips from 75/100 in February to 70/100.
- March sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 61°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.2 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Jiufen and Pingxi in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Shifen Waterfall
Wide curtain waterfall reached by a riverside path from Shifen.
Why now March scores 70/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Jiufen Old Street
Narrow lanes of tea houses and snack shops climbing a hillside above the sea.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 5.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Houtong Cat Village
Former coal-mining village now home to dozens of resident cats.
Gold Museum, Jinguashi
Former Japanese-era gold mine with a walk-in tunnel and a 220 kg gold bar to touch.
Teapot Mountain Trail
Short, steep hike to a rocky summit over the coast and the Yin Yang Sea.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in March
- Taipei in March~18 mi · highs 71°F, 5.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hualien and Taroko in March~79 mi · highs 74°F, 3.3 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
- Tainan in March~178 mi · highs 75°F, 1.9 in rain · 4°C (8°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Jiufen and Pingxi?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 70/100. Expect highs of 67°F (20°C) and 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain. March is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Jiufen and Pingxi in March?
Average highs are 67°F (20°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Jiufen and Pingxi in March?
Yes: about 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 76.6 in (1946 mm).
What should I pack for Jiufen and Pingxi in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 61°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.2 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Jiufen and Pingxi
Routes in season in March
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
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