Best Time to Visit Tainan, Tainan, Taiwan
Tainan is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Tainan for sunny, dry weather is November–January — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 17.3°C / 63.1°F in January to 28.7°C / 83.7°F in July, with rainfall from 18 mm / 0.7 in (November) to 515 mm / 20.3 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tainan, Tainan, Taiwan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Tainan's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17.3°C63.1°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 22.4°C72.3°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 18.8°C65.8°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tainan?
The best time to visit Tainan for sunny, dry weather is January, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.7°C / 83.7°F, and the driest is November with about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Tainan's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Tainan?
The rainy season at Tainan, Tainan runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 111 mm / 4.4 in. The wettest single month is August (515 mm / 20.3 in).
What is the driest month in Tainan?
The driest month in Tainan is November, averaging about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.4°C / 72.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Tainan?
The least comfortable months for travel to Tainan — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 515 mm / 20.3 in in August, and the coldest month averages 17.3°C / 63.1°F.
Is Tainan climate different from Taiwan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Tainan figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Taiwan figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Tainan specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.