Start of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Tainan in April
Tainan warms up: highs climb to 79°F (26°C), from 75°F in March, with lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain.
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (79 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 79°F (26°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 73°F (23°C).
With 79% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.1 in (79 mm).
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – March).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: May brings 8.8 in (223 mm).
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in March to 78/100.
- April sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 79°F
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tainan in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Anping Tree House
Old merchant warehouse swallowed by banyan roots.
Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia)
Site of a 17th-century Dutch fort later rebuilt with Chinese pavilions.
Shennong Street
Lantern-lit lane of old shophouses with small bars, cafes and studios.
Why now April scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Du Hsiao Yueh
The 1895 original of danzai noodles, small bowls topped with shrimp and pork sauce.
Hayashi Department Store
Restored 1932 department store selling local crafts, with a rooftop Shinto shrine.
Why now Highs near 79°F and 3.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in April
- Hualien and Taroko in April~111 mi · highs 78°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Taipei in April~164 mi · highs 76°F, 5.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jiufen and Pingxi in April~178 mi · highs 73°F, 5.0 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, 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.
Tainan in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Tainan?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 86 in November – March. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain. April is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Tainan in April?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tainan in April?
Some: about 3.1 in (79 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 74.4 in (1890 mm).
What should I pack for Tainan in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 79°F), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in April
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
Planning Tainan in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.