January · Taiwan
Best time to visit Hualien in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hualien in January
Average temperature 21°C, 56 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.4/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 56 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 2
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Hualien scores 6.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 56 mm of rain, and roughly 2 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.
January in Hualien — middling scores, decent value
Trail conditions at 21°C (70°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 56 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 7.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hualien in January?
- In January, Hualien averages 21°C, 56 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Hualien?
- January earns a 6.4/10 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 January?
- Expect about 56 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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