Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Tainan in January
This is the coldest month in Tainan: highs average 70°F (21°C) and lows 64°F (18°C), with about 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain.
At 86/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (39 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What January feels like
Warm afternoons near 70°F (21°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 64°F (18°C).
About 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's January.
Plan around January
January is one of Tainan's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from December (86 → 86/100).
- Our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends Oct – Dec, Mar – May, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothes70°F afternoons
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tainan in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Shennong Street
Lantern-lit lane of old shophouses with small bars, cafes and studios.
Why now January scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hayashi Department Store
Restored 1932 department store selling local crafts, with a rooftop Shinto shrine.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Tainan Confucius Temple
Taiwan's first Confucian temple, built in 1665 with quiet courtyards.
Anping Old Fort
Remains of Fort Zeelandia, the Dutch colonial base built in the 1620s.
Tainan Beef Soup
Thin slices of raw local beef cooked by hot broth poured over, a Tainan breakfast staple.
Nearby in January
- Hualien and Taroko in January~111 mi · highs 71°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Taipei in January~164 mi · highs 66°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jiufen and Pingxi in January~178 mi · highs 63°F, 3.9 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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Tainan?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain. Our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends Oct – Dec, Mar – May, so January is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tainan in January?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tainan in January?
Not much: about 1.5 in (39 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 74.4 in (1890 mm).
What should I pack for Tainan in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (70°F afternoons) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Tainan in January?
Share this January plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.