Climate Insights for Hsinchu
Climate Overview
The climate in Hsinchu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,447 mm of precipitation falls per year. Hsinchu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hsinchu is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.The climate in Hsinchu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 56.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Hsinchu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hsinchu is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 57°F.
Temperature
Hsinchu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 32°C. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Hsinchu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 57°F to 89°F. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 57°F and an average of 61°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hsinchu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,447 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 121 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 213 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 39 mm. That's 174 mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Hsinchu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 56.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.8 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 8.4 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 1.5 in. That's 6.9 in less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Hsinchu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 11km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Hsinchu is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Hsinchu is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 62 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Hsinchu is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hsinchu based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hsinchu based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.