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Best time to visit Taipei

Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.

Best time to visit Taipei, Taiwan

Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.

Month	Weather	Crowds	Prices	Highlights
January	14-20°C, cool and often overcast with some rain	moderate	moderate	• Lunar New Year atmosphere (if late Jan) • Winter street food ⚠ Lunar New Year can cause many businesses to close from late Jan to early Feb.
February	16-22°C, mild with increasing sunshine and occasional rain	moderate	moderate	• Plum blossoms • Early spring flowers ⚠ Lunar New Year closures can extend into early February.
March	18-25°C, pleasant with a mix of sun and clouds, occasional showers	moderate	moderate	• Cherry blossoms • Taiwan Lantern Festival (if early March)
April	20-28°C, warm and humid with frequent, short rain showers	moderate	moderate	• Yangmingshan Flower Festival • Mango season begins
May	24-30°C, hot and very humid with increasing chances of heavy rain	moderate	moderate	• Dragon Boat Festival (if late May/early June) • Lychee season ⚠ Start of the plum rain season, expect prolonged wet periods.
June	26-32°C, very hot and humid with frequent, heavy downpours	high	high	• Dragon Boat Festival (if early June) • Start of summer fruit ⚠ Peak of the plum rain season; high humidity and frequent typhoons possible.
July	27-33°C, extremely hot and humid with thunderstorms	peak	peak	• Summer vacation peak • Night market season ⚠ High typhoon risk and intense heat waves are common.
August	27-33°C, very hot and humid with thunderstorms and typhoon risk	peak	peak	• Summer festivals • Tropical fruits ⚠ Highest typhoon risk month; intense heat and humidity.
September	25-30°C, still hot and humid with lingering typhoon risk and occasional rain	moderate	moderate	• Mid-Autumn Festival (if late Sept) • Early autumn produce ⚠ Typhoon season continues, though risk decreases towards end of month.
October	22-28°C, pleasant and sunny with low humidity	moderate	moderate	• National Day celebrations • Comfortable outdoor exploring • Best time for hiking
November	18-25°C, crisp and clear with plenty of sunshine	moderate	moderate	• Autumn foliage in surrounding mountains • Taiwan Mazu Culture Festival (if late Nov)
December	15-22°C, cool and often sunny, occasional rain	moderate	moderate	• Christmas and New Year's Eve lights • Winter street food

Annual events worth timing your trip around

January

Lunar New Year

The most important traditional holiday, celebrated with family reunions, special foods, and temple visits. Many businesses close.

March

Taiwan Lantern Festival

A spectacular display of illuminated lanterns across Taiwan, often held in different cities each year.

March

Yangmingshan Flower Festival

Celebrates the blooming of various flowers, particularly cherry blossoms and azaleas, in Yangmingshan National Park.

May/June

Dragon Boat Festival

Commemorates the poet Qu Yuan with dragon boat races and eating zongzi (sticky rice dumplings).

September

Mid-Autumn Festival

A harvest festival celebrated with mooncakes, family gatherings, and moon gazing.

October

National Day of the Republic of China (Double Ten Day)

Celebrated with military parades, flag-waving, and fireworks, marking the anniversary of the Wuchang Uprising.

Insider timing tips

•The 'plum rain' season from May to June brings prolonged periods of rain and high humidity, making outdoor activities challenging.
•Typhoon season, peaking from July to September, can cause significant travel disruptions and safety concerns.
•While summer is popular for school holidays, the intense heat and humidity, coupled with typhoon risks, make shoulder seasons like October and November far more pleasant for exploration.
•Many smaller shops and restaurants close for several days around Lunar New Year, impacting dining and shopping options.
•October and November offer a sweet spot with comfortable temperatures, low humidity, and clear skies, ideal for exploring Taipei's many outdoor attractions and surrounding nature.