Guoli Haiyang Shengwu Bowuguan

Museum Marine biology museum in Taiwan

The National Museum of Marine Biology & Aquarium in Pingtung, Taiwan, hosts large aquaria, coral exhibits and touch tanks; it functions as a major marine-education centre with nearby access to Kenting’s marine areas.

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Guoli Haiyang Shengwu Bowuguan
Guoli Haiyang Shengwu Bowuguan (National Museum of Marine Biology & Aquarium), Pingtung / Kenting area, Taiwan (approx. coordinates 22.04611, 120.69639)
22.0461, 120.6964
Varies by museum; typically Tue-Sun 9am-5pm (confirm before visiting)
Varies (museum admission fees apply)

How to Get to Guoli Haiyang Shengwu Bowuguan #

The museum is located in the southern county of Pingtung (near Kenting). It is reachable by car from Kaohsiung (approx. 1.5-2 hours) or by public transport: take the TRA railway to Nanzhou or Jiadong and then a local bus or taxi to the museum; services vary by season.

Tips for Visiting Guoli Haiyang Shengwu Bowuguan #

  • Verify opening hours with the museum before visiting as schedules can change for events.
  • Allow time for interactive exhibits - the museum offers hands-on displays designed for school groups and families.
  • Combine with other coastal attractions in Kaohsiung or Pingtung for a full-day outing.

Best Time to Visit Guoli Haiyang Shengwu Bowuguan #

Year-round visits are possible; check school holiday schedules for peak crowds and special programming.

Autumn & Winter
October-February · 18-25°C
Calmer seas and comfortable weather for outdoor exhibits and coastal exploration.
Spring & Summer
March-September · 22-32°C
Warmer, peak tourist season; indoor exhibits provide relief from heat.

Weather & Climate near Guoli Haiyang Shengwu Bowuguan #

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 17°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2027 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
17° 23°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 24°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 26°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.6h daylight

May

May is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (170 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

170 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (359 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

359 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (402 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

402 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (481 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

481 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (285 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

285 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (145 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
21° 26°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 19 mm and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 24°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

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