The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Taipei. Temperatures rise (84°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 39% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in Taipei. Compared to April: +5°F daytime, 9 pts more rainy days, +0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Daylight
13.2h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 46
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Taipei is April (7.7/10), 2.6 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Taiwan
🗣️LanguageMandarin
💶CurrencyDollar de Taïwan (NT$)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.08°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 66°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 46%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Taipei ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
TaiwanTropical climate with a 7.7 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
25.03°N · 121.57°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Taipei?
April is the best month with 79°F highs, 66°F lows, 3.2h of sunshine and 30.0% rainy days. The months of April & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Taipei get in April?
Taipei averages 3.2 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Taipei?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Taipei in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 66°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Taipei good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Taipei scores 7.0/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 7.3/10.
When should you avoid Taipei?
June is the most difficult month to visit Taipei, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Taipei in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Taipei (high), with about 13.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.