Beach town in Pingtung, Taiwan
Kenting weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kenting
Oct–Apr is warm and dry, though winter has strong winds (good for kite and windsurf). Jun–Sep is hot, humid and typhoon-prone; July–August is busiest.
Kenting weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan23°33 mm
- Feb24°29 mm
- Mar25°37 mm
- Apr27°50 mm
- May28°161 mm
- Jun29°251 mm
- Jul29°258 mm
- Aug29°388 mm
- Sep29°230 mm
- Oct28°87 mm
- Nov26°62 mm
- Dec24°47 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C74°F | 22°C71°F | 33 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| February | 24°C75°F | 22°C72°F | 29 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| March | 25°C77°F | 23°C73°F | 37 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| April | 27°C80°F | 25°C77°F | 50 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C83°F | 27°C80°F | 161 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C84°F | 28°C83°F | 251 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C85°F | 28°C83°F | 258 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| August | 29°C85°F | 28°C83°F | 388 mm | 83% | Very wet |
| September | 29°C84°F | 28°C82°F | 230 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C82°F | 26°C80°F | 87 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C80°F | 25°C77°F | 62 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C76°F | 22°C72°F | 47 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
Best months across Taiwan
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Taipei | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| Tainan | Nov–Mar | Jul (30°C) |
| Kaohsiung | Feb–Mar, Nov–Dec | Jul (30°C) |
| Taichung | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Hualien | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| Jiufen | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (28°C) |
| Sun Moon Lake | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
| Kenting | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
| Alishan | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Jul (30°C) |
| Taitung | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Hsinchu | Apr, Oct–Dec | Jul (32°C) |
| Penghu | Apr–Jun, Sep | Jul (28°C) |
| Xiaoliuqiu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | May (31°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Kenting?
Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov. Oct–Apr is warm and dry, though winter has strong winds (good for kite and windsurf). Jun–Sep is hot, humid and typhoon-prone; July–August is busiest.
When is the rainy season in Kenting?
Rain peaks in August with about 388 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Kenting?
July, with average highs of 29°C (85°F).
How cold does Kenting get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 22°C (71°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.