When to visit
Taipei?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Taipei
Taiwan · Taiwan

The best weather in Taipei is from March, April, November, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are January, March, April.some variation climate

Climate score
September
39

Challenging climate

Hot & rainy

Temperature
24–30°C
Hot nights — A/C advised
Feels like
28–35°C
Muggy
Precipitation
240mm
Torrential rain · 19 days
Sunshine
9.3h
Partly cloudy
Humidity (%)
81%
Muggy
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
10°20°30°40°50°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
65
Low season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep65OctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score727274745018131339657569
ClimateMildMildHumidHumidRainyHot & rainyHot & rainyHot & rainyHot & rainyRainyPleasantMild
Temperature14–19°C14–20°C15–22°C18–25°C22–28°C24–31°C26–33°C25–32°C24–30°C22–27°C19–24°C15–20°C
Feels like13–18°C13–20°C15–23°C20–28°C25–33°C29–37°C31–39°C31–38°C28–35°C24–29°C20–26°C15–20°C
Precipitation68mm
16 days
72mm
14 days
110mm
15 days
130mm
14 days
220mm
19 days
251mm
18 days
163mm
15 days
216mm
18 days
240mm
19 days
182mm
22 days
74mm
18 days
76mm
22 days
Sunshine3.9h
☀︎ 36%
4.2h
☀︎ 37%
6.2h
☀︎ 51%
7.2h
☀︎ 56%
6.8h
☀︎ 51%
6.7h
☀︎ 49%
10.3h
☀︎ 76%
9.8h
☀︎ 75%
9.3h
☀︎ 76%
6.5h
☀︎ 56%
5.0h
☀︎ 45%
3.1h
☀︎ 29%
WindNE · 17 km/hNE · 16 km/hNE · 16 km/hNE · 15 km/hNE · 14 km/hW · 14 km/hNE · 15 km/hNE · 15 km/hNE · 16 km/hE · 20 km/hE · 18 km/hNE · 17 km/h
Humidity (%)79%80%80%81%83%82%79%81%81%81%81%80%
Day length10.8h11.3h12.0h12.7h13.4h13.7h13.5h13.0h12.3h11.6h10.9h10.6h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Chinese New Year
Lantern Festival (Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival)
Dragon Boat Festival
Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival)
New Year's Eve Countdown & Taipei 101 Fireworks
Taipei Summer Travel Fair
Cherry Blossom Season
Ghost Festival (Zhongyuan Festival)
Taipei International Cycle Show
Taipei Marathon
Events & Festivals
  • Chinese New YearholidaySignature event
    January, February· 500k+ visitors

    Chinese New Year is the most important traditional holiday, celebrated with family gatherings, special foods, and temple…

  • Lantern Festival (Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival)festivalSignature event
    February· 500k+ visitors

    Held shortly after Chinese New Year, the Lantern Festival culminates in the breathtaking release of sky lanterns in Ping…

  • Dragon Boat Festivalsports
    June· 50k+ visitors

    This traditional festival features exciting dragon boat races on the Tamsui River, along with eating zongzi (sticky rice…

  • Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival)holiday
    September, October· 50k+ visitors

    The Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for family reunions, moon gazing, and eating mooncakes and pomelos. Many locals also e…

  • New Year's Eve Countdown & Taipei 101 Fireworksfestival
    December· 500k+ visitors

    Taipei hosts one of the world's most spectacular New Year's Eve celebrations, centered around the iconic Taipei 101 fire…

  • Taipei Summer Travel Faircultural
    July· 50k+ visitors

    The Taipei Summer Travel Fair is a significant event for both locals planning vacations and international visitors seeki…

  • Cherry Blossom Seasonnature
    February, March· 50k+ visitors

    Taipei and its surrounding areas, like Yangmingshan National Park, come alive with beautiful cherry blossoms. The weathe…

  • Ghost Festival (Zhongyuan Festival)religious
    August· 5k+ visitors

    During the Ghost Festival, Taoist and Buddhist families make offerings to appease wandering spirits. While not a tourist…

  • Taipei International Cycle Showcultural
    March· 50k+ visitors

    This major international bicycle trade show attracts industry professionals and enthusiasts from around the globe. While…

  • Taipei Marathonsports
    December· 50k+ visitors

    The Taipei Marathon attracts thousands of runners from Taiwan and abroad, winding through the city's iconic landmarks. H…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Taipei?

The best weather in Taipei is from November, March, April, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are April, January, March (14–27 °C).

What is the weather like in Taipei?

Taipei has a climate with an overall score of 5.3/10. Annual temperatures range from 14 °C to 33 °C.

What is the hottest month in Taipei?

The hottest month in Taipei is July, with average highs of 33 °C and lows of 26 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Taipei?

The rainiest month in Taipei is June, with an average of 251 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Taipei?

Peak season in Taipei is November, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Taipei?

Shoulder season in Taipei falls in February, March, October. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.