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Taiwan Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Taiwan in December.

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Are you planning a trip a to Taiwan in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Taiwan in December

In December, Taiwan experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Xiulin at 16°C (61°F) to warm in Kaohsiung at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Kaohsiung and 9°C (48°F) in Xiulin.

For specific regional insights in Taiwan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Donggang with an average of 42 mm (1.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Guangfu with 518 mm (20 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Taipei receives roughly 80 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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January19°C (66°F) February19°C (66°F) March22°C (72°F) April25°C (77°F) May28°C (82°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August32°C (90°F) September30°C (86°F) October27°C (81°F) November24°C (75°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Taiwan in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Taiwan.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Taiwan

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Taiwan?

Temperature range in Taiwan (December)

Precipitation variation in Taiwan (December)

Taipei

In December Taipei generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
99 hours
80 hours
76 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Taipei →

Hualien City

In December Hualien City generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
72 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
297 mm (12 in)
334 mm (13 in)
379 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Hualien City →

Kaohsiung

In December Kaohsiung generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
161 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kaohsiung →

Taitung City

In December Taitung City generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
112 hours
101 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
217 mm (8.5 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Taitung City →

Kenting National Park

In December Kenting National Park generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
162 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kenting National Park →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Taiwan in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taipei 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Hualien City 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 334 mm (13 in)
Kaohsiung 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Taitung City 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)
Kenting 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Magong City 22°C (72°F) 19°C (66°F) 50 mm (2 in)

Taiwan weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Taiwan in December?

Taiwan typically experiences very good weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Taipei average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Taiwan in December?

In Taipei, the average daytime high in December is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Taiwan get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Taiwan. Average rainfall in Taipei sits around 118 mm (4.6 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Taiwan?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Taiwan with overall very good weather in Taipei. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, March, April, November and December provide very good weather in Taipei. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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