December · Taiwan
Best time to visit Hualien in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hualien in December
Average temperature 22°C, 33 mm of rain, about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.6/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 1
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Hualien scores 6.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 22°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hualien is Taiwan's east coast city, squeezed between the Pacific and the mountains, near Taroko Gorge.
December in Hualien — workable with trade-offs
December averages 22°C (71°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Expect 33 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.5 daylight hours.
It scores 6.6/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 7.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hualien in December?
- In December, Hualien averages 22°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Hualien?
- December earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hualien in December?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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