When to go · Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung in October
Good month. Outside the best window (Nov–Mar (dry, warm)). Across Taiwan: Heat breaks, clear days, National Day and Taipei Pride; late typhoons possible early in the month.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Temperature
- 30°C86°F / 23°C73°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 6
- Crowds
- Medium
- Taiwan overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Taiwan overall
Verdict
GoodTaiwan month rating
Outside the best window (Nov–Mar (dry, warm)). Across Taiwan: Heat breaks, clear days, National Day and Taipei Pride; late typhoons possible early in the month.
Weather in October
- KaohsiungHighs around 30 °C, lows around 23 °C, rain on about 6 daysHighs around 86 °F, lows around 73 °F, rain on about 6 days
- West and south, Taiwan · Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Kentingbest weather
Dry, sunny winters (the best time for the south); wet, hot summers with afternoon storms. Air quality dips on still winter days.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Taiwan overall
- Medium
- Prices · Taiwan overall
- Medium
Taiwan overall: Heat breaks, clear days, National Day and Taipei Pride; late typhoons possible early in the month.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen