May weather forecast
New Taipei, Taiwan

May marks the transition from spring to the early stages of summer in New Taipei. The sun's rays become more intense, offering plenty of daylight for outdoor activities. Temperatures escalate to a sizzling high of 29.2°C (84.6°F), signaling the upcoming peak of summer's heat. Rainy days continue to provide cooling relief from the rising mercury levels. As May concludes, the imminent arrival of summer's full force can be felt throughout the city.

Temperature

In New Taipei, stepping into May brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from April's moderately hot 25.7°C (78.3°F) to a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F). May nights in New Taipei are marked by an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is evaluated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in New Taipei is 76.6%.

Rainfall

In New Taipei, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 235mm (9.25") of precipitation. In New Taipei, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.5 days and collects up to 2405mm (94.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

In New Taipei, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:39 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in New Taipei is 3.7h.