Kaohsiung Municipality Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan in May.

Planning a getaway to Kaohsiung Municipality, 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 to Expect in Kaohsiung Municipality in May

Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan is a region in Taiwan. May in Kaohsiung Municipality generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Baolai at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Kaohsiung at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Kaohsiung and 19°C (66°F) in Baolai. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kaohsiung with an average of 253 mm (10 in) to heavy rainfall in Baolai with 266 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Meinong gets around 186 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Kaohsiung Municipality by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kaohsiung Municipality — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kaohsiung)

Best Places to Visit in Kaohsiung Municipality in May

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

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 Kaohsiung Municipality

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan?

Temperature range in Kaohsiung Municipality (May)

Precipitation variation in Kaohsiung Municipality (May)

Meinong

In May Meinong generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
186 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
253 mm (10 in)
368 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Baolai

In May Baolai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
186 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
266 mm (10 in)
354 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Kaohsiung

In May Kaohsiung generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
205 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
253 mm (10 in)
372 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kaohsiung Municipality, in Taiwan.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kaohsiung Municipality in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kaohsiung 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 253 mm (10 in)
Meinong 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 253 mm (10 in)
Baolai 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 266 mm (10 in)

Kaohsiung Municipality weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan in May?

Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Meinong average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan in May?

Daytime temperatures in Meinong peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in May, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan peaks during May. Meinong averages roughly 253 mm (10 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan due to the typically poor weather in Meinong.

On average, the best time to visit Kaohsiung Municipality, Taiwan is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Meinong. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Kaohsiung Municipality.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Taiwan? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Taiwan.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.