Taiwan weather in May
Planning a getaway to Taiwan this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Taiwan in May?
May in Taiwan generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Xiulin at 23°C to very warm in Yongkang at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Yongkang and 15°C in Xiulin.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Luzhu with an average of 156 mm to heavy rainfall in Guangfu with 682 mm. Taipei enjoys a balanced 113 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
For specific regional insights in Taiwan for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Taiwan climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Taiwan?
Average weather in Taipei
In May Taipei generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Hualien City
In May Hualien City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kaohsiung
In May Kaohsiung generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Taitung City
In May Taitung City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kenting National Park
In May Kenting National Park generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Taiwan?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Taiwan with overall tolerable weather in Taipei. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Taiwan is in March, April, November and December with generally pleasant weather in Taipei. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.
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