Taipei Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Taipei. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Taipei is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2132 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

The seasons in Taipei, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 287 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 102 mm over 19 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C and receives 188 hours of sunshine. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 19°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Taipei Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Taiwan

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Taiwan. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Taipei’s average annual precipitation is 2132 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages [964 mm], with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

For more detailed information about Taipei’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Taipei Climate page.