Is It Monsoon in Magong, Taiwan? Rainfall and Weather by Month

Magong, Taiwan JANUARY
17°
★★★
Peak season
16° to 19°
Cool & Windy
Cool and windy, part of the driest stretch of the year.
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18°
★★★
Shoulder season
16° to 20°
Cool & Cloudy
Still cool and windy, with cloudier skies than January.
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20°
★★★
Shoulder season
18° to 23°
Windy but Warming
Warming up gradually, though still notably windy.
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24°
★★★
Shoulder season
21° to 26°
Mild & Breezy
Milder, with the wind starting to ease from winter's peak.
🥵 Heat protection💨 Breezy
27°
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Shoulder season
24° to 29°
Warming Toward Summer
Warm and increasingly humid, with rain building.
☔ Umbrella handy🥵 Heat protection
28°
★★★
Off-peak season
26° to 31°
Hot & Rainy
Hot and humid, with rain arriving mostly as short thunderstorms.
⛈️ Afternoon storms possible🥵 Heat protection
29°
★★★
Off-peak season
27° to 32°
Hottest & Sunny
Among the hottest months, wet but still notably sunny.
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29°
★★★
Off-peak season
27° to 32°
Wettest Month
The rainiest month of the year, hot and humid with typhoon risk elevated.
☔ Heavy rain gear🌀 Typhoon season
29°
★★★
Shoulder season
26° to 31°
Rain Eases
Rain eases back from the peak of summer, still warm.
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26°
★★★
Peak season
24° to 28°
Driest of the Best
Among the driest months of the year, warm and pleasant.
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23°
★★★
Peak season
21° to 25°
Cooling & Windy
Cooling down, with the wind starting to pick back up.
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20°
★★★
Shoulder season
18° to 21°
Cool & Windy
Cool and windy, easing toward the year's calmest stretch.
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Drag through the year Jan
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Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Oct
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Nov
Dec
This month
Rainfall
20 mm
5 rainy days this month
Sunshine
3.5 hrs/day
27% of daylight hours
Humidity
82%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
22 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
41 mm
6 rainy days this month
Sunshine
3.5 hrs/day
27% of daylight hours
Humidity
83%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
22 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
51 mm
8 rainy days this month
Sunshine
4 hrs/day
31% of daylight hours
Humidity
86%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
20 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
79 mm
9 rainy days this month
Sunshine
5 hrs/day
38% of daylight hours
Humidity
85%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
18 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
119 mm
9 rainy days this month
Sunshine
6 hrs/day
46% of daylight hours
Humidity
85%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
14 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
150 mm
10 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7 hrs/day
54% of daylight hours
Humidity
86%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
12 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
165 mm
8 rainy days this month
Sunshine
8.5 hrs/day
65% of daylight hours
Humidity
84%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
12 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
231 mm
9 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7.5 hrs/day
58% of daylight hours
Humidity
85%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
12 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
99 mm
6 rainy days this month
Sunshine
7 hrs/day
54% of daylight hours
Humidity
83%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
14 km/h
Light, barely noticeable
Rainfall
30 mm
2 rainy days this month
Sunshine
6 hrs/day
46% of daylight hours
Humidity
82%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
16 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
25 mm
4 rainy days this month
Sunshine
4.5 hrs/day
35% of daylight hours
Humidity
81%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
20 km/h
Noticeable breeze
Rainfall
30 mm
5 rainy days this month
Sunshine
3.5 hrs/day
27% of daylight hours
Humidity
82%
Air feels heavy and sticky
Wind
22 km/h
Noticeable breeze
★★★ peak season, ★★☆ decent shoulder months, ★☆☆ true off-peak, based on rain frequency, heat, and haze.
Seasons at a glance
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Peak season: Jan, Oct, Nov
Magong's calmest stretch for rain. January, October, and November see the least precipitation of the year, though winter here is notably cool and windy.
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Shoulder season: Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Dec
This tier spans February through May, plus September and December, a transition between the calmer, windier winter and the hot, rainy summer.
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Off-peak season: Jun, Jul, Aug
The wettest stretch of the year. June through August sees the heaviest rain, though as short thunderstorms rather than sustained cloud, so the sun still shines for a good number of hours even now.
Good to know
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The largest city in the Penghu Islands
Magong sits in the Penghu archipelago, known in the Portuguese era as the Pescadores, in the strait between Taiwan and mainland China.
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Notably windier than Taiwan's main island
Penghu's winter is "quite cool and windy," a defining feature of the islands and part of why they are popular for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
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Summer is wet but still fairly sunny
Even though summer is Penghu's wettest period, the sun shines more often than expected, since rain typically arrives as short thunderstorms rather than prolonged cloud cover.
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Drier overall than mainland Taiwan
Penghu receives only around 1,000mm of rain a year, roughly a quarter of what falls on the main island.
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Typhoons are a summer risk here too
Taiwan is one of the countries most affected by typhoons, typically from June through October, most frequent from mid-July to early October.
Top attractions
1
Twin Heart Stone Weir
A heart-shaped traditional stone fish trap on Qimei Island, one of the most photographed sights in the Penghu archipelago.
2
Penghu International Fireworks Festival
An annual spring and summer fireworks celebration held over the harbor, drawing visitors from across Taiwan.
3
Tongpan Island Basalt Columns
Dramatic hexagonal basalt rock formations rising from the sea, reachable by a short boat trip from Magong.
Frequently asked questions
When is the rainy season in Magong?›
Magong's wettest stretch historically runs from June through August, with August the wettest month, averaging around 231mm of rain.
What is the best time of year to visit Magong?›
January, October, and November are historically the calmest months for rain, though winter here is notably cool and windy.
What is the least favorable time to visit Magong?›
June through August is historically the wettest stretch of the year.
Which month has the most rain in Magong?›
August is historically the wettest month, averaging around 231mm of rain.
Which month is the driest in Magong?›
January is historically the driest month, averaging around 20mm of rain.
How hot does Magong get?›
July and August are historically tied as the hottest months, averaging around 29.5°C.
Is Magong windy?›
Yes, especially in winter, which is notably cool and windy, a defining feature of the Penghu Islands and part of why they're popular for windsurfing.
What should I pack for Magong?›
A windproof jacket for the cool, windy winter, and lightweight, tropics-friendly clothing with a light raincoat for the hot, rainy summer.
Does Magong get typhoons?›
Yes. Taiwan is one of the countries most affected by typhoons, typically from June through October, most frequent from mid-July to early October.
Is Magong rainier than mainland Taiwan?›
No, the opposite. Penghu receives only around 1,000mm of rain a year, roughly a quarter of what falls on Taiwan's main island.