Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Jiufen and Pingxi in November
Jiufen and Pingxi cools off: highs slip to 71°F (22°C), from 75°F in October, with lows of 67°F (19°C) and about 4.5 in (115 mm) of rain.
It scores 65/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 4.5 in (115 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What November feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 67°F (19°C).
Humidity averages 82%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.5 in (115 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 81%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.2 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (October and December – March).
- Last warm month for a while: December highs fall to 65°F.
- Comfort slips from 69/100 in October to 65/100.
- November sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.5 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Jiufen and Pingxi in November
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 November scores 65/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
A-Mei Teahouse
Red-lantern teahouse on Jiufen's stairway, a classic spot for oolong with a view.
Teapot Mountain Trail
Short, steep hike to a rocky summit over the coast and the Yin Yang Sea.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 4.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Gold Museum, Jinguashi
Former Japanese-era gold mine with a walk-in tunnel and a 220 kg gold bar to touch.
A-Gan Yi Taro Balls
Hillside shop serving chewy taro and sweet potato balls in shaved ice or warm soup.
Nearby in November
- Taipei in November~18 mi · highs 75°F, 4.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hualien and Taroko in November~79 mi · highs 77°F, 3.4 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
- Tainan in November~178 mi · highs 78°F, 1.9 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Jiufen and Pingxi?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 65/100 against a best of 75 in October and December – March. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 4.5 in (115 mm) of rain. November is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Jiufen and Pingxi in November?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Jiufen and Pingxi in November?
Some: about 4.5 in (115 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 76.6 in (1946 mm).
What should I pack for Jiufen and Pingxi in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.5 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) 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 November
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
Planning Jiufen and Pingxi in November?
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