Climate of Taipei, Taiwan
Area-weighted average across Taipei. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Taipei, a subdivision of Taiwan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14.1°C / 57.4°F in January to 27.3°C / 81.1°F in July, with rainfall from 172 mm / 6.8 in to 369 mm / 14.5 in depending on the season (3001 mm / 118.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.1°C57.4°F | 174 mm6.9″ | — |
| February | 14.4°C57.9°F | 217 mm8.5″ | — |
| March | 16.5°C61.7°F | 229 mm9″ | — |
| April | 20°C68°F | 192 mm7.6″ | — |
| May | 23°C73.4°F | 272 mm10.7″ | — |
| June | 25.6°C78.1°F | 311 mm12.2″ | — |
| July | 27.3°C81.1°F | 239 mm9.4″ | — |
| August | 27°C80.6°F | 322 mm12.7″ | — |
| September | 25.2°C77.4°F | 369 mm14.5″ | — |
| October | 22.4°C72.3°F | 303 mm11.9″ | — |
| November | 19°C66.2°F | 201 mm7.9″ | — |
| December | 15.8°C60.4°F | 172 mm6.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Taipei?
Taipei, Taiwan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 27.3°C / 81.1°F, and the driest is December at 172 mm / 6.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Taipei?
Taipei, Taiwan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14.1°C / 57.4°F in January to 27.3°C / 81.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 3001 mm / 118.1 in, with the wettest month being September (369 mm / 14.5 in) and the driest December (172 mm / 6.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Taipei?
The hottest month in Taipei is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.3°C / 81.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Taipei?
The coldest month in Taipei is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.1°C / 57.4°F.
When does it rain most in Taipei?
The wettest month in Taipei is September, averaging about 369 mm / 14.5 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 172 mm / 6.8 in.