Alishan weather in May (Chiayi County, Taiwan)

Curious about the May weather in Alishan? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Alishan typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 26°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 18°C.

Alishan in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 250 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 20 days.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 186 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures March, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alishan climate page with graphs.

 

Alishan, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 250 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 186 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Tainan, Taiwan (51 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in Taiwan in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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