The Tropic of Cancer runs straight through the middle of Taiwan bringing with it tropical and subtropical weather. Taiwan experiences weather similar to Yunnan, Guangxi and Guangdong provinces. It typically presents an average temperature of 22
C (71.6F) all year round. There is no severe cold in winter and no brutal summer heat. Taiwan always welcomes you with its pleasant seasons.
From April to November is summer in Taiwan. The hottest month is July with an average temperature of 28C (82.4F). December through to March brings the coolest temperatures with an average temperature of 15C (59F) to 18C (64.4F). Of course, the presence of snow is unheard of, though weather patterns show an increase in rainy days. A sweater and a jacket are all the preparation required for a winter in Taiwan. Spring and autumn are peak seasons for travelers.
Taiwan is a humid region. The northern part, middle mountain area and western plain are abundant with rainfalls in different periods. June to October is the typhoon season in Taiwan, with July to September offering the most activities to experience.
Detailed information about the Average, Maximun and Minimum Temperatures and the rainfall in Taipei.
| Average Data | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June |
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| Average High (F) | 60/62 | 60/62 | 62/68 | 72/75 | 77/80 | 79/82 |
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| Average High (C) | 16/17 | 16/17 | 17/20 | 22/24 | 25/27 | 26/28 |
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| Average Low (F) | 52/59 | 54/59 | 57/60 | 64/68 | 70/73 | 73/77 |
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| Average Low (C) | 11/15 | 12/15 | 14/16 | 18/20 | 21/23 | 23/25 |
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| Rain (in) | 3.3/4.1 | 5.1/6.2 | 6.6/7.4 | 6.6/7.8 | 7.8/8.6 | 10.6/11.8 |
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| Rain (mm) | 85/105 | 130/160 | 170/190 | 170/200 | 200/220 | 270/300 |
| Average Data | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Average High (F) | 82/84 | 86/89 | 84/86 | 77/80 | 68/73 | 62/66 |
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| Average High (C) | 28/29 | 30/31 | 29/30 | 25/27 | 20/23 | 17/19 |
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| Average Low (F) | 77/80 | 80/84 | 79/82 | 73/75 | 62/66 | 54/57 |
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| Average Low (C) | 25/27 | 27/29 | 26/28 | 23/24 | 17/19 | 12/14 |
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| Rain (in) | 8.6/9.8 | 8.2/10.6 | 6.6/9.4 | 4.7/5.5 | 2.7/3.5 | 2.9/3.1 |
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| Rain (mm) | 220/250 | 210/270 | 170/240 | 120/140 | 70/90 | 75/80 |
Detailed information about Tainan
| Average Data | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June |
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| Rain (in) | 0.6/0.7 | 0.9/1.0 | 1.5/1.6 | 3.0/3.1 | 7.9/8.0 | 17.4/17.5 |
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| Rain (mm) | 15/20 | 20/25 | 35/40 | 75/80 | 200/205 | 440/445 |
| Average Data | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Rain (in) | 15.9/16.0 | 14.0/14.1 | 8.1/8.2 | 0.8/0.9 | 0.7/0.8 | 0.9/1.0 |
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| Rain (mm) | 405/410 | 355/360 | 205/210 | 20/25 | 15/20 | 20/25 |
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Travelers' Voices on Taiwan Climate
1.
Nov. 20,2009 13:36 Reply
Mr.Damon(UK) said:
Good Evening,
I am travelling to Taipei for 3 nights in August next year en-route to Australia.
Is it possible to get a suit made in this and where would be the best area to go to have one done ?
What sights would be recommended for a first time visit to Taiwan ? I would also like to travel on the Bullet Train, Where would be best to go for a short ride ?
Many thanks
Damon Goodman.
2.
Nov. 18,2009 04:27 Reply
Ms.Han(Singapore) said:
Hi I will be visiting Taipei from 2 to 7 Dec. Is Dec usually the rainy season? Thanks!
Nov. 18,2009 22:37
Mr.Vivi replied:
Generally speaking, the weather is fine in Dev in Taiwan, not too cold and no to much rain, but it is hard to tell the weather during that time. According to the weather forecast, it will have shower till next week. Suggest you search the weather report befor leaving.
3.
Nov. 15,2009 10:44 Reply
Ms.Priscilla(Singapore) said:
I am planning to travel in Feb, just before chinese new year. Will there be any sales going on in shopping malls?
Nov. 18,2009 22:31
Ms.Vivi replied:
Yes, there are sales since Christmas and New Year, as well the lunar Chinese new year.
4.
Nov. 16,2009 00:20 Reply
Ms.Angie(Malaysia) said:
Hi, Iam going to taiwan this Nov 23 with my children,how is the weather than and which type of clothes is suitable. Pls reply TQ
Nov. 18,2009 22:30
Mr.Sandy replied:
Please see my reply to Ms Shirly below. "-)
5.
Nov. 15,2009 04:31 Reply
Ms.Shirly(Msia) said:
Hi, I will going to Taiwan tis Nov 23 with my family, so could u suggest what type of clothing should I bring?
Is it cold now n raining season?
Thanks pls reply
Nov. 18,2009 22:16
Mr.Sandy replied:
The temperature is about 20-25C. It will have showers, take light jacket anf lonf-sleeve T-shirt with you.
6.
Nov. 13,2009 22:52 Reply
Ms.Juan(Singapore) said:
Hi,
I would like to know if it's safe to go taiwan in december. News have been spreading that there will be an outbreak of H1N1. May i know how's the situation there now?
Thanks for the reply =)
Nov. 15,2009 04:15
Mr.Jamie replied:
It is okay, people there are accept vaccine inoculation since a few days ago.
7.
Nov. 13,2009 22:17 Reply
Ms.Winnie Loh(Malaysia) said:
i will go to Taiwan on 12 Dec til 21 Dec 2009, how is the weather on that time?? which type of clothe is more suitable. Your early reply is highly appreciated.
TQ
Nov. 15,2009 04:10
Ms.Cindy replied:
it is 17-25C now and a bit cooler in December, about 16-20C. It is wet in winter, so not warm. Need to bring Jacket. You can bring thin sweater, or wear t shirt with thicker jacket.
8.
Nov. 13,2009 02:25 Reply
Mrs.Tan(Malaysia) said:
Hi, I will be going to taiwan on 27th May till 2 June, how will the weather be like? would the clothes be mostly summer clothings? i'm hoping to catch some summer sales.. thanks.
Nov. 15,2009 04:02
Mr.Jamie replied:
Yes, it is summer at that time and the temperature may be more than 30C.
9.
Nov. 12,2009 23:25 Reply
Ms.Lovin(Singapore) said:
Hi, we will be going Taiwan in mid dec.
- Understand from your previous replies that they will be selling more of winter clothing during this season, but as we hope to shop for summer clothings, could you reccommend us a few places where we can find the most summer clothings?
- i heard that 'wu fen pu' has wholesale centres that sell cheap clothings, is it true? :)
- oh and how about mid-dec, will there be any big sales going on?
thanks, and look forward to your reply!
Nov. 15,2009 04:02
Ms.Vivian replied:
To Ms Lovin, some brand shops still have summer clothes left from the past summer, you can try there or shopping malls. Wu Fen Pu, yes, it is a clothes wholesale market in Taipei. For the Christmas, the sale is going on.
10.
Nov. 12,2009 02:58 Reply
Mrs.SHAN(Malaysia) said:
Hi,
I'm planning to go to Taiwan in Mid-May next year. Is the whether ok if i wanna bring my baby along.
Nov. 15,2009 03:57
Ms.Vivian replied:
It is the rain season and wet. Temperature is nearly 30C and higher in Southern Taiwan. Hope this may help you to make the decision.