August · Taiwan
Best time to visit Sun Moon Lake in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sun Moon Lake in August
Average temperature 28°C, 136 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
5.1/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 136 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Sun Moon Lake scores 5.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 136 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sun Moon Lake fills a mountain basin in central Taiwan, ringed by a cycling path and lakeside temples.
August in Sun Moon Lake — middling scores, decent value
August averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 80%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 136 mm — wet for this destination — but about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 5.1/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 8.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? March scores 3.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sun Moon Lake in August?
- In August, Sun Moon Lake averages 28°C, 136 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Sun Moon Lake?
- August earns a 5.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sun Moon Lake in August?
- Expect about 136 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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