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.
Mount Xiuguluan at a Glance#
Address: Xiuguluan River region, eastern Taiwan (approx. 23.4972°N, 121.0577°E)
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 4° | -7° | 113 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.7h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 5° | -6° | 195 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.3h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 7° | -2° | 350 mm | overcast | 82% | 6.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Poor | 2° - 9° | 1° | 385 mm | overcast | 80% | 6.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.6h |
| May | Poor | 4° - 10° | 3° | 565 mm | overcast | 81% | 6.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.1h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 11° | 4° | 582 mm | overcast | 82% | 6.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.4h |
| July | Poor | 6° - 12° | 6° | 727 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 5.2 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.3h |
| August | Poor | 6° - 11° | 5° | 647 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.8h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 467 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 6.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 9° | 2° | 250 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 5.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.5h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 7° | -1° | 100 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.7 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.9h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 5° | -4° | 92 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.6h |
