Mount Xiuguluan
Mountain Prominent eastern Taiwan peak within Xiuguluan range
A steep, remote peak in Taiwan’s eastern ranges, Mount Xiuguluan attracts technical climbers for challenging ascents, river‑valley approaches and views across Pacific‑facing mountains.
How to Get to Mount Xiuguluan #
Access is from Hualien County; the Xiuguluan River valley and nearby trailheads are typically reached via provincial roads from Hualien City. Some approaches require long overland drives and river fords; local guides from Hualien provide logistics and route advice.
Tips for Visiting Mount Xiuguluan #
- This is rugged backcountry-permit and local guidance advice vary by route; check local authorities in Hualien for up-to-date trail conditions.
- The mountain's trails include long ridge walks; plan for multiple days and carry gear for heavy rain.
- The area is biodiverse-mosquito repellent and proper clothing for leeches/snags in low-altitude sections are practical.
Best Time to Visit Mount Xiuguluan #
Avoid peak typhoon season (summer months) and check river levels-the Xiuguluan watershed can swell quickly after storms.
Weather & Climate near Mount Xiuguluan #
Mount Xiuguluan's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 12°C. Heavy rainfall (4473 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (195 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (350 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (385 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (565 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (582 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (727 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (647 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (467 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (250 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
