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.

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Mount Xiuguluan at a Glance#

Address: Xiuguluan River region, eastern Taiwan (approx. 23.4972°N, 121.0577°E)

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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.

Autumn
September-November · 10°C to 22°C
Post-typhoon windows and clearer skies make for safer conditions on exposed ridges.
Spring
March-May · 15°C to 25°C
Milder weather, though afternoon showers can still occur; lower mosquito activity than summer.

Weather & Climate near Mount Xiuguluan#

Climate

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.

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JulyAugustOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

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.

36 Poor

Comfort

0°
Feels Like Freezing
0°C
Temperature
-4° – 4°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (195 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

0°
Feels Like Cold
0°C
Temperature
-4° – 5°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

195 mm
Rainfall
7.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (350 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

30 Poor

Comfort

3°
Feels Like Cold
3°C
Temperature
-1° – 7°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

350 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.2
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (385 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

5°
Feels Like Cold
5°C
Temperature
2° – 9°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

385 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.4
UV Index
High
12.6h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (565 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

7°
Feels Like Cold
7°C
Temperature
4° – 10°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

565 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (582 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

8°
Feels Like Cold
8°C
Temperature
5° – 11°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

582 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

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.

48 Poor

Comfort

9°
Feels Like Cold
9°C
Temperature
6° – 12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

727 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (647 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

8°
Feels Like Cold
8°C
Temperature
6° – 11°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

647 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (467 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

7°
Feels Like Cold
7°C
Temperature
5° – 10°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

467 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (250 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
3° – 9°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

250 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.5h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

4°
Feels Like Cold
4°C
Temperature
1° – 7°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

1°
Feels Like Cold
1°C
Temperature
-2° – 5°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
7.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

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