Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Jiufen and Pingxi in September
Jiufen and Pingxi edges cooler than August, with highs of 80°F (27°C), lows of 76°F (24°C) and about 9.9 in (252 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 52/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 9.9 in (252 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 52/100 · Fair
What September feels like
Highs settle around 80°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 76°F (24°C).
Humidity averages 84%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
It's a very wet month, with around 9.9 in (252 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are October and December – March.
- Comfort improves from 49/100 in August to 52/100.
- Our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends Oct – Dec, Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°F
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes9.9 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 September
With 9.9 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
A-Gan Yi Taro Balls
Hillside shop serving chewy taro and sweet potato balls in shaved ice or warm soup.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.9 in of rain.
A-Mei Teahouse
Red-lantern teahouse on Jiufen's stairway, a classic spot for oolong with a view.
Why now Easy to slot in when September's rain moves in.
Gold Museum, Jinguashi
Former Japanese-era gold mine with a walk-in tunnel and a 220 kg gold bar to touch.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.9 in of rain.
Shifen Old Street
Rail-side street where visitors paint and release sky lanterns between trains.
Shifen Waterfall
Wide curtain waterfall reached by a riverside path from Shifen.
Nearby in September
- Taipei in September~18 mi · highs 83°F, 9.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hualien and Taroko in September~79 mi · highs 84°F, 8.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Tainan in September~178 mi · highs 84°F, 9.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Jiufen and Pingxi?
It's middling, scoring 52/100. The best months are October and December – March, at up to 75. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 9.9 in (252 mm) of rain. Our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends Oct – Dec, Mar – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Jiufen and Pingxi in September?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 76°F (24°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Jiufen and Pingxi in September?
Yes: about 9.9 in (252 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 76.6 in (1946 mm).
What should I pack for Jiufen and Pingxi in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°F), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (9.9 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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