This April trip to Alishan is truly worth recommending! Xiao Jiang is not only a professional tour guide but also a meticulous driver, driving safely and politely, making the journey worry-free. He thoughtfully helped take photos, and his photography skills are superb, ensuring beautiful memories of the trip. Although it was cloudy that day and we couldn't see the sunrise, Xiao Jiang cleverly arranged for us to admire the blooming cherry blossoms and the natural scenery of the forest park, providing clear and vivid explanations that were thoroughly enjoyable. Lunch was also a delicious and authentic local meal. The entire trip was full of surprises and heartwarming moments, making it unforgettable and definitely worth recommending to anyone wanting a more in-depth Alishan experience!
Well informed by the travel agent on 2D1N activities. Both drivers were friendly, introduce the past history and culture around Alishan. The tour guide was knowledgeable whom brought us around Alishan forest to learn more on trees and history for 2.5 hours was good too. The hotel was clean and comfortable.
The rental office is about a 10-minute walk from Luodong Station on the Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA), or about 3 minutes from the Luodong Bus Terminal. It's located on a main street, so it's easy to find. When you give your name, they'll ask for your passport, Japanese driver's license, and a Chinese translation of your driver's license issued by JAF (Japan Automobile Federation). For gasoline, they give you a card for affiliated gas stations, which you use for cashless payments. Payment is settled upon return. This time, I didn't refuel before returning the car, and paid at the rental office based on the mileage. The car was a LUXGEN U6GT crossover SUV from a Taiwanese manufacturer. It's probably comparable to a Toyota RAV4. Just like when renting in Japan, the first thing to do is check the car. It's a good idea to take pictures of any scratches or dents beforehand. It was easy to drive, the brakes worked well, and my trip to the Taiwan Mountains was very comfortable. They have rental offices all over Taiwan, and it seems you can return the car to a different office. The staff were friendly, and I would like to use their service again next time.
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Chiayi Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Chiayi year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 22.3–26.8°C, warm and comfortable climate, low rainfall, abundant sunshine. Common activities: picnics, flower viewing, outings. Suggested clothing: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable shoes.
Summer (June–August): Average 29.3–30.1°C, hot and humid, slightly more rainfall than spring, occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Common activities: swimming at the beach, water activities, night market snacks. Suggested clothing: light and breathable clothing, sun-protective clothing, sun hat.
Autumn (September–November): Average 27.1–29.2°C, gradually decreasing temperature, comfortable weather, low rainfall. Common activities: hiking, visiting historical sites, tasting local cuisine. Suggested clothing: comfortable long-sleeved shirts, light jacket.
Winter (December–February): Average 18.3–20.2°C, relatively low temperature, dry and low rainfall. Common activities: hot springs, visiting museums, enjoying a slow pace of life. Suggested clothing: warm jacket, long pants, scarf.
Chiayi climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 25.1°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 80 mm / Summer humidity: 65%–75% / Rainiest month: July
Chiayi monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
18.3°C
0.2
February
20.2°C
1
March
22.3°C
1.1
April
26.8°C
7
May
26.3°C
6.7
June
29.3°C
6.2
July
30.1°C
21.8
August
29.2°C
10.3
September
29.2°C
11.6
October
27.1°C
8.2
November
23.6°C
5.3
December
18.9°C
0.7
Chiayi weather for the next seven days
6/19
Friday
Sunny
34.1°C/24.9°C
6/20
Saturday
Sunny
33.8°C/25.5°C
6/21
Sunday
Sunny
34.3°C/25.8°C
6/22
Monday
Sunny
34.3°C/25.5°C
6/23
Tuesday
Sunny
34.5°C/25.4°C
6/24
Wednesday
Sunny
34.7°C/26.5°C
6/25
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
33.1°C/27.2°C
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