January · Taiwan
Best time to visit Kaohsiung in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kaohsiung in January
Average temperature 22°C, 37 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 37 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Kaohsiung scores 8.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 22°C, 37 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kaohsiung is Taiwan's harbour city, with a lagoon, temples and the Love River running through it.
January: the best month of the year in Kaohsiung
January averages 22°C (72°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Expect 37 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 daylight hours.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Kaohsiung at 8.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. 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 Kaohsiung in January?
- In January, Kaohsiung averages 22°C, 37 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Kaohsiung?
- January earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kaohsiung in January?
- Expect about 37 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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