Tainan City Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tainan City, Taiwan in May.

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Tainan - Guantian District

Planning a getaway to Tainan City, 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 Tainan City in May

Tainan City, Taiwan is a region in Taiwan. May in Tainan City generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Tainan - Guantian District. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across Tainan City, Taiwan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 305 mm (12 in) in Tainan - Guantian District.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Tainan - Guantian District typically sees 186 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Tainan City by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tainan City - and find the best time to visit. (based on Tainan - Guantian District)

January23°C (73°F) February24°C (75°F) March26°C (79°F) April28°C (82°F) May30°C (86°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October30°C (86°F) November28°C (82°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tainan City in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 Tainan City

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Tainan City, Taiwan?

Tainan - Guantian District

In May Tainan - Guantian District generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

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Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
186 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
305 mm (12 in)
403 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
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Tainan City weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tainan City, Taiwan in May?

Expect less favorable weather across Tainan City, Taiwan in May. The popular destination of Tainan - Guantian District averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tainan City, Taiwan in May?

In Tainan - Guantian District, the average daytime high in May is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Tainan City, Taiwan get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Tainan City, Taiwan peaks during May. Tainan - Guantian District averages roughly 305 mm (12 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tainan City, Taiwan?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Tainan City, Taiwan due to the typically less favorable weather in Tainan - Guantian District.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly excellent weather in Tainan - Guantian District. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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