Climate and monthly weather forecast
Taipei, Taiwan

Belonging to the Köppen Cfa class, Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan, is characterized by a Humid subtropical environment, void of a dry season. Located in the northern region of the island, Taipei experiences enticing climatic variations throughout the year with its dynamic array of weather phenomena.

Having a close look at the data reveals the sensitivity of Taipei’s temperature to the changing seasons. The average high temperature varies from 19.1°C (66.4°F) in the wintry month of January, slowly elevating to the sultry 34.3°C (93.7°F) peak in July. Conversely, the average low temperature maintains a pattern from an average of 13.9°C (57°F) in January to the balmy 26.3°C (79.3°F) in July. A pattern most clearly seen in the humidity levels substantially adheres to a range from 73% to 80.6%.

Instrumental to Taipei's climate are the rainfall patterns. The city receives a substantial volume of rainfall annually, reaching breathtaking heights between the period of May to September, with the apex being 361mm (14.21") in September. Alongside this, the number of rainy days varies from 11.7 days in December to 15.5 days in March and June. This robust pattern of rainfall renders Taipei a lush, green city immersed in a vibrant subtropical charm.

An important note is the daylight and sunshine hours. Daylight hours peak at 13.7 hours in the months of June and July, while the smallest figure, 10.6 hours, occurs in December. Correspondingly, sunshine hours fluctuate between 2.5 hours in February and 6.1 hours in August. UV index too, sees a notable rise during summer months, with the July and August months witnessing the highest level at 12.

From the onset of April to early June, Taipei serves up its finest weather perfect for visitors seeking a superb vacation experience. With an average high temperature escalating from 22.1°C (71.8°F) to 32°C (89.6°F), coupled with a modest rainfall of 178mm (7.01") to 326mm (12.83"), these months present tourists with an ideal blend of warmth and moisture. Given the adequate daylight and sunshine hours averaging between 12 hours to 13.7 hours and 3.1 hours to 4.1 hours respectively, outdoor activities, city tours, and exploration of Taipei’s scenic beauty become an enjoyable affair.

Taipei’s weather can turn particularly adverse from late June to September, making it less favorable for tourism. This period witnesses a significant rise in temperature, with the mercury soaring up to 34.3°C (93.7°F), introducing a formidable level of heat. Moreover, the precipitation levels peak during these months, with a staggering 245mm (9.65") to 361mm (14.21") of rainfall, high humidity levels, and a record of 12 to 15 rainy days per month. The consistently high UV index around 12 does not make it any more inviting for outdoor enthusiasts either.

Spring in Taipei, extending from March to May, brings with it moderate warmth and an increasing trend in rainfall. Temperatures sideline themselves between highs of 19.6°C (67.3°F) to 29.2°C (84.6°F) and lows of 14.2°C (57.6°F) to 22.3°C (72.1°F). As the season advances, rainfall amounts up from a manageable 180mm (7.09") in March to a daunting 235mm (9.25") by May. Nevertheless, daylight hours too climb up from 12 to 13.4 hours, complemented by gradually rising sunshine hours of 2.9 to 3.7 hours during the same period.

The summer months, from June to August, lead to a significant surge in Taipei's temperature chart, taking a leap from 32°C (89.6°F) to 34.3°C (93.7°F), while the low temperature boundary stops at 26.3°C (79.3°F). These months mark the zenith of Taipei's weather activity, characterized by heavy rainfall ranging from 326mm (12.83") to 322mm (12.68") and an average of 13 to 15 days of rain. Despite the humidity and rainfall, it offers the most daylight hours of 13.7, with the highest recorded sunshine at 6.1 hours in August.

September ushers in the autumn season in Taipei. The predominantly pleasant months of autumn, extending from September to November, witness temperature ranges of 31.1°C (88°F) to 24.2°C (75.6°F) as the maximum and 24.8°C (76.6°F) to 19.3°C (66.7°F) as the minimum. The rainfall, though substantial in September with 361mm (14.21"), observes a steady decline to 83mm (3.27") in November. Daylight hours and sunshine durations recede from 13 to 10.9 hour and 5.1 to 3.3 hour, respectively, setting in a calm and tranquil ambiance.

The winter in Taipei spreads across December through February, encompassing the transition of years. This span of months encompasses an average high temperature that declines from 20.7°C (69.3°F) to 19.1°C (66.4°F) and an average low from 15.6°C (60.1°F) to 13.9°C (57°F). With the lowest rainfall levels between 73mm (2.87") and 83mm (3.27"), the winter months provide a brief respite from the occupationally rainy weather. With the shortest daylight duration of 10.6 to 11.3 hours and sunshine time dropping as low as 2.6 to 2.9 hours, Taipei experiences cool and often cloudy winter days.

January’s climate marks a cooler phase of weather in Taipei, Taiwan, with average high and low temperatures of 19.1°C (66.4°F) and 13.9°C (57°F) respectively. Despite the cooler conditions, humidity levels remain relatively high during the month. Weather in January »

Moving into the turn of February reveals a slight elevation in both temperature and rainfall in Taipei. A single layer of clothing would suffice amidst the mildly warmer air compared to that of January. This month bears witness to an uptrend in the amount of rainfall compared to its predecessor and successor. Weather in February »

March manifests a blend of springboard traits in Taipei's weather. A leap upward occurs in the average high and low temperatures to 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 15.8°C (60.4°F) respectively when juxtaposed with February. Meanwhile, humidity sustains a similar trend as the previous months in Taipei whilst rainfall surges. Weather in March »

Spring truly arrives in Taipei come April, characterized by increased warmth and lengthened daylight hours. A comparison of April to its preceding month, March, witnesses temperature readings rising close to the high twenties. This month marks a slight decrease in humidity and rainfall both in millimeters and the number of days, rendering April's weather slightly drier than in March. Weather in April »

May reflects steadiness in Taipei's sky, notably with temperatures nearing 30°C (86°F). The transition into this month indicates a slight dip in humidity but is precariously offset by increased rainfall, the highest observed so far in the year. Weather in May »

Summer set in full swing marks June's weather in Taipei. Soaring temperature averages of 32°C (89.6°F) high and 24.6°C (76.3°F) low shed light upon the discernible heat when stacked against May. With a substantial leap, rainfall reaches a record high in millimeters, although the number of rainy days remains the same as May. Weather in June »

July in Taipei signifies the epitome of summer with balmy weather persisting throughout the month. Interestingly, despite the increase in temperature, July confronts a downturn in humidity levels compared to June. Coincidingly, rainfall recedes in terms of both volume and the number of rainy days. Weather in July »

August embodies the tail end of Taipei's summer. Albeit the heat, August displays a subtle dip in temperature, giving a bid adieu to July’s peak mercury levels. With humidity figures seeing a slight incline, rainfall regains momentum, challenging July's receding pattern. Weather in August »

The advent of September paves the way for a transition from summer to autumn in Taipei, thus welcoming a downward slide in temperatures. September brings a reprieve from the deluge observed in August, though not significantly. Weather in September »

October in Taipei is a month of clear skies and comfortable weather. An overture of autumn ticks temperatures down into the high twenties, a pleasant recess from September. Correspondingly, there is a decrease in humidity, and rainfall drops markedly. Weather in October »

The November weather marks the receding trail of autumn in Taipei. The whole month is cloaked in a cooler aura with temperatures drawing further down from October. Meanwhile, the consistency in humidity levels extends from October, accompanied by reduced rainfall in millimeters. Weather in November »

Taipei winds down towards the end of the year with December bringing in the winter. A further drop in average high and low temperatures to 20.7°C (69.3°F) and 15.6°C (60.1°F) respectively symbolize the winter chill setting in, more so when compared to November. Weather in December »