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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 | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14-20°C, generally overcast with occasional rain | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Lunar New Year can cause widespread closures and transportation disruptions. | |
| February | 15-22°C, variable with increasing sunshine | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Can still experience cooler, wetter days. | |
| March | 18-25°C, pleasant with increasing sunshine | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Occasional spring showers are common. | |
| April | 20-28°C, warm and humid with scattered showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Increasing humidity and chance of thunderstorms. | |
| May | 23-30°C, hot and humid with frequent rain | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Start of the typhoon season and heavy rainfall. | |
| June | 25-32°C, very hot and humid with heavy rain | high | high |
⚠ High humidity, frequent downpours, and early typhoon risk. | |
| July | 27-34°C, extremely hot and humid with typhoons possible | high | high |
⚠ Peak typhoon season and intense heat waves. Many outdoor activities are uncomfortable. | |
| August | 27-34°C, very hot and humid with typhoons possible | high | high |
⚠ Continued high risk of typhoons and extreme heat. Many locals leave the city. | |
| September | 24-31°C, hot and humid with lingering typhoon risk | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Typhoon season often extends into September, bringing heavy rain. | |
| October | 21-28°C, pleasant with ample sunshine and low humidity | moderate | moderate |
⚠ One of the best weather windows for exploring the city and surrounding mountains. | |
| November | 18-25°C, cool and dry with clear skies | low | low |
⚠ Ideal weather for sightseeing with fewer crowds than spring. | |
| December | 15-22°C, crisp and cool with sunny spells | moderate | high |
⚠ Prices surge around Christmas and New Year's. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
The most important traditional holiday, featuring family reunions, temple visits, and festive markets.
Celebrates the blooming of various flowers, particularly cherry blossoms, in Yangmingshan National Park.
Commemorates the poet Qu Yuan with dragon boat races and eating zongzi (sticky rice dumplings).
A festival of moon gazing, family gatherings, and eating mooncakes, often celebrated outdoors.
Celebrated with parades, fireworks, and public events across Taiwan.
One of Asia's largest LGBTQ+ pride events, drawing international attention and participants.
An international marathon attracting runners from around the globe, with various race distances.
Insider timing tips
- •While spring (March-April) is popular, May often brings the start of monsoon rains and increased humidity, making it less ideal than perceived.
- •Summer (July-August) is characterized by extreme heat, humidity, and a high probability of typhoons, severely impacting outdoor plans.
- •The shoulder months of October and November offer the best combination of pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and moderate prices, making them prime visiting times.
- •Be aware that major holidays like Lunar New Year and Mid-Autumn Festival can lead to business closures and transportation challenges, even if festive.
- •Winter (December-February) can be surprisingly pleasant with clear, crisp days, but also prone to overcast skies and intermittent rain, especially in January.
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