Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung, Taiwan's third-largest city, is a vibrant port metropolis with a pleasant tropical climate.
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Overview
The city offers a modern Asian experience with attractions like Cijin Island, Pier-2 Art Center, and Lotus Lake. Kaohsiung is well-connected by metro and cycling paths, and features historical sites and bustling night markets.
Weather
Recent conditions and near-term forecast near Kaohsiung.
As of Jul 14, 2026, 12:18 AM UTCUpdated 5 hours ago
- TueJul 14⛈️30°C26°C94%12.5 mm
- WedJul 15⛈️30°C26°C95%11.7 mm
- ThuJul 16⛈️30°C27°C70%2.9 mm
- FriJul 17🌦️29°C26°C92%3.9 mm
- SatJul 18🌦️30°C26°C91%3.6 mm
- SunJul 19🌦️30°C26°C94%6 mm
- MonJul 20🌦️29°C26°C84%5.7 mm
Source: Open Meteo (open_meteo_forecast_api)Data fetched Jul 14, 2026, 12:18 AM UTC
Climate
Typical monthly conditions based on long-term observed climate normals.
Annual precipitation1885 mm
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Precipitation (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24°C | 16°C | 16 mm |
| Feb | 25°C | 17°C | 21 mm |
| Mar | 27°C | 19°C | 39 mm |
| Apr | 29°C | 22°C | 70 mm |
| May | 31°C | 25°C | 197 mm |
| Jun | 32°C | 26°C | 415 mm |
| Jul | 32°C | 26°C | 391 mm |
| Aug | 32°C | 26°C | 417 mm |
| Sep | 31°C | 26°C | 242 mm |
| Oct | 30°C | 24°C | 43 mm |
| Nov | 28°C | 21°C | 19 mm |
| Dec | 25°C | 17°C | 16 mm |
Source: Wikivoyage Climate Templates · Wikivoyage contributorsRelease enwikivoyage-20250720Retrieved Jul 4, 2026Last verified May 28, 2025
Cost of living
Numbeo publishes these source indexes relative to New York City.
Cost of LivingPotentially much less expensiveSource category: All | 2026
RentPotentially much less expensiveSource category: Rent | 2026
GroceriesPotentially less expensiveSource category: Grocery | 2026
RestaurantPotentially much less expensiveSource category: Restaurant | 2026
Local Purchasing PowerSimilar local purchasing powerSource category: Purchasing Power | 2026
Sources
- Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Connectivity
Connectivity tiers and measured network speeds are provided for comparison.
Remote work tierStandard Remote WorkHandles video calls and daily work tasks
Download34 Mbps
Upload14.4 Mbps
Sources
- M-Lab NDT
Quality of life
Quality of LifeStrongSource category: Quality Of Life | 2026 | Overall quality of life index
SafetyGenerally favorableSource category: Safety | 2026 | Safety index (100 = safest)
HealthcareStrongSource category: Healthcare | 2026 | Healthcare quality index (100 = best healthcare)
PollutionElevatedSource category: Pollution | 2026 | Pollution index (100 = most polluted)
TrafficHighSource category: Traffic | 2026 | Overall traffic index (considers time + inefficiency + CO2)
Sources
- Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Related destinations
TaoyuanTaoyuan City, a northern Taiwanese industrial hub, is home to the international airport and offers natural beauty in its mountainous regions.TaipeiTaipei, Taiwan's capital, blends Chinese heritage with Japanese and American influences, offering iconic landmarks and a vibrant culinary scene.TainanTainan, Taiwan's oldest city, is rich in history, culture, and local cuisine, with numerous temples and historic sites.TaichungTaichung, Taiwan's second-largest city, features a pleasant climate, cultural attractions, and extensive transport.New Taipei CityNew Taipei City, surrounding Taipei, offers diverse landscapes from coastal towns to mountainous areas with hot springs.
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