Spring
Often around 18-25°C, with mild mountain areas and warmer southern lowlands · Moderate to fairly frequent, with spring showers common in many regions
Cherry blossoms blooming and clear mountain views
Photo: Robson Hatsukami Morgan (Unsplash License)
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Nature of Taiwan
Taiwan is a beautiful island bursting with nature. It has tall mountains covered in green forests, and the seas around it are full of life and color. Many special plants and animals live there, making it a place like no other in the world! From the chirping of birds to the rustling leaves, Taiwan's nature is full of wonders to explore and enjoy.
Natural Wonders
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Climate Overview
Taiwan has a warm, subtropical climate (tropical only in the far south) with lots of rain in the summer and cooler, drier winters. Sometimes, there are typhoons which bring strong winds and heavy rain!
Seasons
Summer
Often around 25-33°C, with hot and humid weather across much of the island · Heavy, with possible typhoons
Vibrant green mountains and lush forests
Winter
Often around 12-18°C, with cooler and damper conditions in the north and mountains · Lower than summer overall, though northern Taiwan can still be damp
Misty mountain landscapes and cooler temperatures
Nature Trip Clues
Alishan National Scenic Area
Best time: Spring and autumn, when the weather is just right
Why it stands out: A narrow-gauge forest railway climbs through Alishan's ancient cypress trees, some more than a thousand years old.
Sun Moon Lake
Best time: Autumn, when the air is cool and clear for a boat ride
Why it stands out: It's Taiwan’s largest natural lake and a stunning place to take a boat ride.
Taroko Gorge
Best time: Spring and autumn, for comfortable hiking weather
Why it stands out: Its steep walls are made of marble, carved over time by the rushing Liwu River.
Landscape Types
Mountains
Taiwan's mountains are tall and majestic, covered with thick forests and full of amazing hiking trails.
Lives here: You might spot a black bear or a playful rock monkey.
Forests
The forests are dense with tall trees and chirping birds, providing a home for many creatures.
Lives here: Colorful magpies and fuzzy flying squirrels call these forests home.
Coastlines
Taiwan's coastlines mix sandy beaches with rocky cliffs, making them a great spot to see the blue sea.
Lives here: Look for scuttling crabs and maybe even a sea turtle.
Conservation Spotlight
3,700 hectares
of tree cover lost in 2024
Deforestation
What kids can do:
- Draw and color a picture of your favorite tree.
- Visit a park and notice different plants and animals.
- Share a fun fact about a forest animal with a friend.
Vocabulary
Did you know Taiwan's highest peak, Yushan, is taller than Japan's Mount Fuji? Yushan reaches 3,952 metres, while Mount Fuji is 3,776 metres.
