Taipei & the Taiwanese coast
Night markets that turn dinner into a decision paralysis of the best kind, a marble gorge cut so sheer the road ducks through tunnels to get past it, and hot springs steaming away in the mountains an hour from the capital.
The best time to visit Taipei & the Taiwanese coast is Mar–May, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 27°C (80°F). Local time there is 05:19 (UTC+8).
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In season
The year at a glance
March · high 22°C · rain 149mm · 11.9h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Taoyuan, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C65°F | 71mm2.8in | 10.7h10.7h | |
| February | 19°C67°F | 112mm4.4in | 11.3h11.3h | |
| March | 22°C71°F | 149mm5.9in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 24°C75°F | 110mm4.3in | 12.7h12.7h | in the recommended window |
| May | 27°C81°F | 292mm11.5in | 13.4h13.4h | in the recommended window |
| June | 30°C86°F | 254mm10.0in | 13.7h13.7h | |
| July | 32°C90°F | 117mm4.6in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| August | 31°C89°F | 219mm8.6in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| September | 30°C85°F | 191mm7.5in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| October | 27°C80°F | 99mm3.9in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| November | 24°C76°F | 57mm2.2in | 10.9h10.9h | in the recommended window |
| December | 19°C67°F | 120mm4.7in | 10.6h10.6h |
Good to know
- Currency
- TWDNew Taiwan dollar
- Language
- Standard Taiwanese Mandarin, Taiwanese Hakka, Taiwanese Hokkien, and more
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Taipei & the Taiwanese coast?
The best time to visit Taipei & the Taiwanese coast is Mar–May, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 27°C (80°F).
How warm does Taipei & the Taiwanese coast get?
Typical daytime highs in Taipei & the Taiwanese coast are Mar–May 24°C (76°F), Jun–Aug 31°C (88°F), Sep–Nov 27°C (80°F), Dec–Feb 19°C (66°F).
Is Taipei & the Taiwanese coast expensive?
On the ground, Taipei & the Taiwanese coast is cheap.
What sort of trip is Taipei & the Taiwanese coast good for?
Taipei & the Taiwanese coast is good for food and drink, history and culture, nature and scenery, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Taipei & the Taiwanese coast?
The wettest month in Taipei & the Taiwanese coast is May at 292mm (11.5in), the driest November at 57mm (2.2in), with a monthly average of 149mm (5.9in).
What plug do I need for Taipei & the Taiwanese coast?
Taipei & the Taiwanese coast uses type A, B sockets at 110 V.
