I took a round trip on December 9, 2025. Train enthusiasts should definitely take this trip. It costs about twice as much and takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes compared to regular travel (normally about 3,000 yen round trip, about 1 hour and 20 minutes one way), but considering the TRA's low fares, 7,000 yen round trip, about 3 hours one way, doesn't seem expensive or slow to me. The outbound journey is from Fangliao to Taitung, and the return journey is the opposite, but the outbound journey seems to be more popular. On the outbound journey, you'll get a TRA bento box and dessert. On the return journey, you'll get a donut and drink. The train stops at different stations: Karuku, Dawu, and Taimali, and you can exit the ticket gates. There are other stops, but they are waiting areas for passing trains, so you can't get off. The view of the Pacific Ocean from the window after Dawu is the highlight. On the return journey, there's a guided tour for about an hour in Jinlun. The only other stop is Fangshan, the southernmost station on the TRA. The highlight of the return trip is the sunset view from Fangshan to Fangliao, but it was cloudy on the day I took the trip and I couldn't see it. The only drawback is that the guide only speaks Chinese, so if you can tolerate that, I recommend you take the trip. I don't speak Chinese, but I enjoyed it very much.
Anonymous User
Solo traveler
Jinlun Bridge Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-10
Jinlun Bridge year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 21.8–26.5°C. The climate is warm and comfortable with abundant sunshine, sparse rainfall, and relatively dry air. Common activities: Outdoor excursions, coastal walks, cycling tours. Recommended attire: Light long-sleeved shirts, short-sleeved shirts, light jackets, sun protection.
Summer (June–August): Average 28.3–28.9°C. The climate is hot with strong sunshine and sparse rainfall, but due to its proximity to the ocean, air humidity is relatively high. Common activities: Water sports, beach fun, indoor cooling activities. Recommended attire: Lightweight breathable clothing, swimwear, sun hats, sunglasses.
Autumn (September–November): Average 23.5–27.6°C. The climate is warm and pleasant with abundant sunshine; rainfall slightly increases in October but remains generally dry. Common activities: Outdoor hiking, sea viewing, enjoying the sea breeze. Recommended attire: Short-sleeved shirts, light long-sleeved shirts, light jackets.
Winter (December–February): Average 19.4–21.1°C. The climate is cool and comfortable with bright sunshine, sparse rainfall, and dry conditions. Common activities: Strolling Jinlun Beach, enjoying hot springs (surrounding areas), sightseeing. Recommended attire: Long-sleeved shirts, light sweaters, or warm jackets.
Jinlun Bridge climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 24.8°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 97 mm / Summer humidity: 70-85% / Rainiest month: October
Jinlun Bridge monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
19.4°C
1.4
February
21.1°C
1.5
March
21.8°C
1.8
April
26.5°C
3.1
May
26.2°C
7.3
June
28.3°C
3.7
July
28.9°C
20.7
August
28.4°C
3.4
September
27.6°C
11.2
October
26.1°C
33.1
November
23.5°C
8.2
December
19.7°C
1.6
Jinlun Bridge weather for the next seven days
1/2
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
17.5°C/14.3°C
1/3
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
17.9°C/13.9°C
1/4
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
20.2°C/16°C
1/5
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
21.4°C/17.3°C
1/6
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
20.9°C/17°C
1/7
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
17.8°C/14.1°C
1/8
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
17.5°C/13.5°C
KKday App
Your Best Travel Buddy
Use the code APP5OFF to enjoy an exclusive in-app deal of 5% off (cap at USD$3) on your 1st orderScan here to download the app