August · Taiwan
Best time to visit Jiufen in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Jiufen in August
Average temperature 29°C, 152 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
3.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 152 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Jiufen scores 3.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 152 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Jiufen is a hillside mining village of lantern alleys, tea houses, and views over Taiwan's northeast coast. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
August in Jiufen — the hardest end of the year
Days in August average 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 81% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
152 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 3.9/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 7/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Jiufen — 3.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Jiufen in August?
- In August, Jiufen averages 29°C, 152 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Jiufen?
- August earns a 3.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Jiufen in August?
- Expect about 152 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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