Taiwan Weather: All Essential Information To Arrange An Enjoyable Trip To Taiwan

Taiwan's location in the western Pacific Ocean exposes it to the influences of several weather systems, creating a climate that varies significantly from region to region. The island's mountainous terrain plays a crucial role in shaping local weather patterns, contributing to stark differences between the eastern and western coasts.

In this article, we embark on a weather odyssey, delving into the various facets of Taiwan's climate that make it a fascinating destination for both meteorological enthusiasts and curious travelers.

Taiwan has beautiful warm climate all year round

Spring

Weather: Spring is from March to May. In Taipei, the average high temperatures average about 25 degrees Celsius or 78 degrees Fahrenheit.

Clothing: It generally feels warm during the day, and long-sleeve shirts are fine.

Special seasonal highlights: Hiking in Taiwan’s high mountains (about 240 mountains over 3,000 meters) is an option before the summer typhoon season. You can also head down to the southern beaches to bask in the sun. You can climb Yangmingshan Hill to see the cherry blossoms.

Spring is the most beautiful season in Taiwan

Summer

Weather: Summer is from June to August. It is usually hot and humid, and there are occasional thunderstorms and typhoons. The average temperature in summer is about 30 °C (86 °F).

Things to do: Summer is a time to head for the beaches. When there are storms out at sea or after a typhoon, people can go and surf.

The Computex Taipei (Taipei International Information Technology Show) in June is a favorite tourist highlight. It is the world's second biggest IT show, and it is the largest in Asia.

Summer is the time to head for the beach

Autumn

Weather: Autumn is from September to November. The weather is cooler but still warm and sunny, and October and November has relatively less rainfall, and it is still warm.

Special seasonal highlight: It is a fine time to head up to the mountains to see the fall foliage.

The weather in Autumn is cooler but still warm

Winter

Weather: Winter is from December to February. Winters mild and often foggy due to the northeasterly winds from Siberia.

Around Taipei, low temperatures can approach 8 °C (46 °F) at night, but there may be warm spells also.

Clothing: Prepare a coat and an umbrella. Wearing layers is a good idea.

Special seasonal highlight: The Chinese New Year usually falls in late January or early February. Streets will be colorfully decorated for the event.

Winter in Taiwan

Taiwan Average Climate by Month

Taiwan Average Monthly Temperatures

Taiwan Average Monthly Precipitation (in)