Best Time to Visit Taiwan
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Taiwan.
Taiwan does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (29.4°C / 84.9°F) and November (67 mm / 2.6 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers October–April, while the wetter half runs through May–September. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 17.5°C / 63.5°F in January to 29.4°C / 84.9°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 67 mm / 2.6 in (November) to 237 mm / 9.3 in (June). Taiwan's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Taiwan can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| November | 22°C71.6°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| December | 18.9°C66°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| January | 17.5°C63.5°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
No month in Taiwan fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Taiwan?
Taiwan doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on November (driest, ~67 mm / 2.6 in) and July (warmest, 29.4°C / 84.9°F). Regional variation within Taiwan can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Taiwan?
The rainy season in Taiwan runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 147 mm / 5.8 in. The wettest single month is June, averaging 237 mm / 9.3 in.
What is the dry season in Taiwan?
The drier half of the year in Taiwan covers October–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 147 mm / 5.8 in. The driest single month is November with about 67 mm / 2.6 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Taiwan?
The least comfortable months for travel in Taiwan — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, June, August, September, December. These are Taiwan's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 237 mm / 9.3 in in June, and temperatures bottom out at 17.5°C / 63.5°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Taiwan?
Shoulder-season months in Taiwan — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, October, November. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.