Ali Shan Shanmo Mountains
Mountain in central Taiwan's highland region
Ali Shan Shanmo at a Glance#
How to Get to Ali Shan Shanmo#
Access from Taichung or Chiayi by road and local buses; many trails start from small mountain towns where local buses connect to trailheads. Check shuttle and bus times in advance.
Tips for Visiting Ali Shan Shanmo#
- Start early to catch views before cloud build-up over the central plains.
- Local tea houses near trailheads provide a useful last supply stop and human company.
- Respect trail markers - some sections can be deceptively steep and exposed.
Best Time to Visit Ali Shan Shanmo#
Peak in central Taiwan known for alpine scenery; best visited spring through autumn for clearer conditions and trail access.
Spring
March-May · 10-20°C
Clearer days and blooming highland flora; ideal for day hikes.
Summer
June-August · 18-25°C
Warm but subject to afternoon clouds; cooler at higher elevations.
Autumn
September-November · 8-18°C
Crisp mornings and clear views; good trekking conditions.
Weather & Climate near Ali Shan Shanmo#
Climate
Ali Shan Shanmo's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 25°C. Heavy rainfall (2384 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 60
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
OctoberNovemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 10.7h |
| February | Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| March | Good | 13° - 19° | 16° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Acceptable | 16° - 22° | 19° | 147 mm | overcast | 72% | 2.7 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.6h |
| May | Good | 18° - 23° | 21° | 365 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.1h |
| June | Good | 19° - 25° | 22° | 431 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.5 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.4h |
| July | Very Good | 20° - 25° | 23° | 420 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.3h |
| August | Good | 19° - 25° | 22° | 466 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.9 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.8h |
| September | Very Good | 19° - 24° | 21° | 245 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 17° - 23° | 20° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.5h |
| November | Very Good | 14° - 20° | 17° | 22 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.9h |
| December | Very Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.6h |
