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Tainan weather in May (Taiwan)

What's the typical weather in Tainan for May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Tainan typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 30°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 23°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Tainan in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 305 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 186 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Tainan. January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tainan climate page with graphs.

 

Tainan, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 305 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
SunshineSunshine 186 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Taiwan in May

Find out more about the weather in Taiwan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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