The initial registration at the High Speed Rail counter is a bit of a hassle, but if you're using unreserved seats, you can go 10 minutes early, show your passport and documents to the staff, and enter directly through the ticket gate. You only need to queue briefly at the entrance to cars 10-12 to board. On weekdays, you can easily find a seat, making it very convenient. It's a great deal because you can recoup the cost with just one round trip between Taipei and Kaohsiung. However, the way to read the timetable is not as easy as in Japan (it changes depending on the day of the week), so those who plan meticulously in advance should be careful. The timetable displayed at the station on the day of travel is easy to read and reassuring.
I was a little nervous since it was my first time using the service, but there was absolutely nothing to worry about. They dropped me off close to the check-in area for my flight, and everything was very convenient.
The space is very comfortable. There are six dessert items and an ice cream. The ice cream spoon is made of seashell material, so you can take it home as a souvenir. There are also stamped postcards. The design is very nice. You can get off twice along the way to explore the area. I highly recommend visiting the Farmers' Association when you go to Toucheng.
This is a great place to bring children; they have a wonderful day. There are many animals, and the prices inside the park are very reasonable. The kids didn't want to leave! The only downside is that transportation is a bit inconvenient. However, it's definitely worth a visit.
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Hsinchu Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Hsinchu year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 19.5–24.7°C, mild and comfortable climate with little rainfall. Common activities: Hiking, outings, flower viewing. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Summer (June–August): Average 27.5–29.4°C, hot and dry with little rainfall. Common activities: Swimming, water activities, night markets. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, shorts.
Autumn (September–November): Average 22.1–28.8°C, comfortable and pleasant climate, with more rainfall in September. Common activities: Outdoor activities, mountain climbing, maple leaf viewing (if applicable). Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Winter (December–February): Average 16.9–17.7°C, mild and dry with little rainfall. Common activities: Sightseeing, trying local cuisine. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing.
Hsinchu climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 23.6°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 56 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: September
Hsinchu monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
16.9°C
1.5
February
17.4°C
2.3
March
19.5°C
2.6
April
24.2°C
9.5
May
24.7°C
5.9
June
27.5°C
5.2
July
29.4°C
9.3
August
29°C
2.3
September
28.8°C
10.3
October
25.8°C
3.6
November
22.1°C
3.2
December
17.7°C
0.7
Hsinchu weather for the next seven days
5/28
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
33°C/26.5°C
5/29
Friday
Moderate rain
29.3°C/25.3°C
5/30
Saturday
Sunny
30.3°C/24.1°C
5/31
Sunday
Sunny
29.9°C/22.9°C
6/1
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
26.2°C/23.2°C
6/2
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
29.1°C/24.6°C
6/3
Wednesday
Sunny
31°C/24.6°C
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