Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Tainan in October
Tainan edges cooler than September, with highs of 81°F (27°C), lows of 76°F (25°C) and about 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain.
It scores 79/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (72 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 76°F (25°C).
With 80% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.8 in (72 mm).
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – March).
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 2.8 in (72 mm) after 9.5 in (242 mm) in September.
- Comfort improves from 47/100 in September to 79/100.
- October sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tainan in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hayashi Department Store
Restored 1932 department store selling local crafts, with a rooftop Shinto shrine.
Why now October scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Anping Tree House
Old merchant warehouse swallowed by banyan roots.
Shennong Street
Lantern-lit lane of old shophouses with small bars, cafes and studios.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 2.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia)
Site of a 17th-century Dutch fort later rebuilt with Chinese pavilions.
Du Hsiao Yueh
The 1895 original of danzai noodles, small bowls topped with shrimp and pork sauce.
Nearby in October
- Hualien and Taroko in October~111 mi · highs 80°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Taipei in October~164 mi · highs 79°F, 4.6 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jiufen and Pingxi in October~178 mi · highs 75°F, 4.6 in rain · 3°C (6°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Tainan?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 79/100 against a best of 86 in November – March. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain. October is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Tainan in October?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 76°F (25°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tainan in October?
Some: about 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 74.4 in (1890 mm).
What should I pack for Tainan in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in October
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
Planning Tainan in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.