Tamsui Meteorological Station Introduction
The Tamsui Meteorological Observatory was established in 1937 and officially began operations in 1941. It was one of the important observatories in northern Taiwan during the Japanese colonial period, originally known as the "Tamsui Branch." It has consistently recorded climate changes in the Tamsui area over the years. The observatory is located above the Tamsui Water Airport and was originally an aviation meteorological observation station affiliated with the Tamsui Water Aerodrome during the Japanese occupation. In addition to monitoring weather conditions, it also conducted observations of tidal changes along the coast. It is now managed by a meteorological unit, and every winter when the cold air from the north moves south, the lowest temperature data recorded in the northern region comes from this key reference point, the Tamsui Meteorological Observatory. It is currently recognized as a city-designated historical monument. Special Note: This historical site currently only announces "the land number and area of the designated land." The structure that was once intended to be designated as a historical monument was destroyed before designation, leaving only its foundation, which is why only the land number and area of the designated land are announced. The white exterior building currently seen has not yet been designated as a historical monument.
