Highly recommend this place! I took the kids there during summer vacation and everyone had a great time. The cable car ride was thrilling, and the overall environment was very clean and tidy. The staff provided excellent service.
A boat departs every 30 minutes, but departs earlier if full. Tickets are cheaper than buying them on-site. On weekdays, there are fewer people and fewer shops are open. This time, it rained, so I didn't walk along the Xuanguang Temple trails, but overall, it felt more tranquil and offered a different experience.
I used the service on the day without a reservation. I took the bus departing Taichung around 9 AM and the bus departing Sun Moon Lake around 6 PM (weekdays). I boarded the first bus on the way there and it was almost full halfway through, but there was plenty of room on the way back.
The bicycle rental shop is right next to the Sun Moon Lake bus stop. The bicycle included in the tour is a regular city bike, so I paid an extra fee to upgrade to an e-bike and cycled around Sun Moon Lake (33 km).
Five-star recommendation! We were so lucky to have met Guo En today, who took us to Sun Moon Lake and the farm. There were so many adorable sheep and a horse show! Guo En is incredibly warm and friendly, and his driving skills are top-notch! On the way down the mountain, the fog was thick and visibility was very low, making the mountain roads quite challenging. Guo En remained calm and composed throughout, driving smoothly and safely, giving us a very comfortable and reassuring ride.
Along the way, he also patiently explained the local architecture, culture, and stories, and recommended many delicious local dishes. His special recommendation of a goose meat restaurant was absolutely amazing, and we've already eaten it! He was patient, attentive, and hardworking all day, making for a fantastic tour experience. Next time I come to Taiwan, I will definitely choose Guo En again without hesitation! For anyone planning a chartered tour of Sun Moon Lake in Nantou, I highly recommend him! The misty mountain scenery was even more memorable than a sunny day. It was like visiting Sun Moon Lake, a place I learned about in elementary school textbooks. Tonight, we plan to go to the night market for some delicious food and further experience this wonderful place in Taichung.
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Sun Moon Lake Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Sun Moon Lake year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 18.4–22.3°C, mild and comfortable climate, increasing rainfall. Common activities: lake cruise, hiking, cycling. Recommended clothing: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Summer (June–August): Average 22.9–23.7°C, hot and humid, occasional showers. Common activities: water activities, boating, enjoying sunrises and sunsets. Recommended clothing: light and breathable clothing, hat, sunscreen.
Autumn (September–November): Average 19.6–23.2°C, cool and pleasant, decreasing rainfall. Common activities: viewing maple leaves, hiking, tasting local cuisine. Recommended clothing: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Winter (December–February): Average 13.8–16.8°C, mild and dry, little rain. Common activities: hot spring bathing, enjoying the lake scenery. Recommended clothing: warm jacket, sweater.
Sun Moon Lake climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 20.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 103 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: July
Sun Moon Lake monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
13.8°C
0.9
February
16.8°C
1.6
March
18.4°C
3.7
April
22.3°C
10.7
May
21.5°C
13.7
June
22.9°C
14.1
July
23.7°C
24.3
August
23.5°C
12.2
September
23.2°C
9.4
October
22.2°C
8.1
November
19.6°C
3.3
December
14.6°C
1.1
Sun Moon Lake weather for the next seven days
10/3
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
27.9°C/22.8°C
10/4
Sunday
Sunny
28.9°C/22.7°C
10/5
Monday
Smoky haze
28.6°C/21.6°C
10/6
Tuesday
Sunny
27.6°C/20.3°C
10/7
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
24.8°C/19.7°C
10/8
Thursday
Partly Cloudy
27.1°C/20.9°C
10/9
Friday
Sunny
27.7°C/22°C
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