Weather in Taipei
What's the weather like in Taipei?
Taipei has a moderate climate and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in July, with overnight lows around 13°C (55°F) and 26°C (79°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Taipei are January through April, and October through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇹🇼 Taiwan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Taipei
- Coordinates
- 25.033, 121.565
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 66°F | 13°C / 55°F | 85 mm | 10 | 0 |
| February | 20°C / 68°F | 14°C / 57°F | 130 mm | 12 | 0 |
| March | 22°C / 72°F | 15°C / 59°F | 165 mm | 12 | 0 |
| April | 26°C / 79°F | 19°C / 66°F | 175 mm | 13 | 0 |
| May | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 230 mm | 13 | 0 |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 290 mm | 14 | 0 |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 26°C / 79°F | 230 mm | 12 | 0 |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 26°C / 79°F | 320 mm | 14 | 0 |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 360 mm | 13 | 0 |
| October | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 150 mm | 10 | 0 |
| November | 24°C / 75°F | 18°C / 64°F | 85 mm | 8 | 0 |
| December | 20°C / 68°F | 14°C / 57°F | 75 mm | 9 | 0 |
Taipei by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
East Asia typhoon season runs June–November (peak August–October). Typhoons can disrupt travel — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Taipei?
The most comfortable months in Taipei are usually March, November, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Taipei?
July is typically the hottest month in Taipei, averaging a high of 33°C (91°F).
What is the coldest month in Taipei?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 13°C (55°F).
Does it snow in Taipei?
Snow is rare in Taipei; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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