The best times to visit Kinmen for ideal weather are

October 15th to April 29th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Kinmen Travel Info

Weather in Kinmen

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kinmen vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Kinmen, the hottest months are July, August, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 93.3°F (34.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 78.5°F (25.8°C) at night.

Kinmen Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

Key
High
Average
Low

Kinmen Temperatures (Celsius)

Key
High
Average
Low

“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Kinmen Perceived Temperature (F)

Key
High
Average
Low

Kinmen Perceived Temperature (C)

Key
High
Average
Low

 

Average Kinmen Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 63.4 56.1 49.4
Feb 65.1 57.8 51.2
Mar 69.5 61.7 54.5
Apr 75.9 68.3 61.2
May 82.3 75.2 68.5
Jun 87.6 81.1 75.4
Jul 92.4 84.8 78.2
Aug 91.8 84.3 77.8
Sep 89.3 82.2 76
Oct 83.1 75.6 69.2
Nov 75.7 68.6 62.3
Dec 66.7 59.6 52.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 17.4 13.4 9.7
Feb 18.4 14.3 10.7
Mar 20.8 16.5 12.5
Apr 24.4 20.2 16.2
May 27.9 24 20.3
Jun 30.9 27.3 24.1
Jul 33.6 29.3 25.7
Aug 33.2 29.1 25.4
Sep 31.8 27.9 24.4
Oct 28.4 24.2 20.7
Nov 24.3 20.3 16.8
Dec 19.3 15.3 11.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kinmen are October, January, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid October. For example, on the week of October 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Kinmen? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Kinmen.

Key
Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kinmen (in).

Key
Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 9% 0 1.2
Feb 21% 0 2.5
Mar 17% 0 2.3
Apr 28% 0 5.2
May 39% 0 8.3
Jun 41% 0 9.3
Jul 17% 0 5.7
Aug 28% 0 7.4
Sep 14% 0 3.5
Oct 5% 0 2.3
Nov 11% 0 2.5
Dec 11% 0 2.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 9 0 3
Feb 21 0 6.4
Mar 17 0 5.8
Apr 28 0 13.2
May 39 0 21.1
Jun 41 0 23.6
Jul 17 0 14.5
Aug 28 0 18.8
Sep 14 0 8.9
Oct 5 0 5.8
Nov 11 0 6.4
Dec 11 0 5.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Kinmen has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is October (57% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (77.4%).

Wind in Kinmen is usually calm. The windiest month is October, followed by November and September. October’s average wind speed of around 7.8 knots (8.9 MPH or 14.4 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early October where average top sustained speeds reach 14.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kinmen.

Key
Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

Key
Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.4 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Feb 5.7 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Mar 6 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Apr 5.7 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
May 5.1 Light breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Jun 5.8 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Jul 5.9 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Sep 6.7 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Oct 7.8 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Nov 6.9 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Dec 6.6 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.6%
Feb 68.8%
Mar 65.7%
Apr 67.9%
May 74%
Jun 77.4%
Jul 70.4%
Aug 71.1%
Sep 66.5%
Oct 57%
Nov 61.9%
Dec 59.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kinmen?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Taiwan; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Kinmen, Taiwan is November, followed by April and October. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Kinmen in March. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

Key
Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 63.5 in March means 63.5% of the tourists vs. November.

 

 

Overall Kinmen Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 85.6°F (29.8°C) and 63.9°F (17.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 12 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Kinmen, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.9°F (32.7°C) and 71.6°F (22°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Kinmen to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 61.8°F (16.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

Best Times to Travel› Taiwan › Kinmen, Taiwan