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Taipei weather in May (Taipei Municipality, Taiwan)

What does the weather outlook for Taipei look like in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Taipei typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 28°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 21°C.

Precipitation

Taipei in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 196 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 113 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm March, April, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Taipei, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 196 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
SunshineSunshine 113 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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Taipei.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Taiwan? On this website you can find 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.