When is the best time to visit Taiwan?

The best time to visit depends on where you go. Hualien: March; Jiufen: March & December; Kaohsiung: January & February; Kenting: March & April; Sun Moon Lake: March & February; Taipei: March & December.

Which month is best overall in Taiwan?

Averaged across our 7 destinations in Taiwan, the strongest months are March, December, January. Individual places can shift a month or two earlier or later — each destination page lists its own peak.

How are the Taiwan travel scores calculated?

Every city is rated 0-10 per month using ERA5 climate normals - temperature, precipitation, humidity, daylight, and days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

Best Time to Visit Taiwan: Weather by Month

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About Taiwan

Taiwan rewards travelers who match itineraries to climate windows rather than calendar habit. Compare monthly scores for temperature, rainfall, and comfort before locking flights.

Did you know?

Taiwan is one of the most mountainous islands in the world, with more than 200 peaks above 3,000 metres.
The island sits on the Ring of Fire, and its hot springs and frequent earthquakes come from two plates colliding beneath it.
Taiwanese cooking blends Hoklo, Hakka, Japanese and mainland influences, with beef noodle soup and dumplings as staples.

Weather

Taiwan: weather by month

Warmest month: July (29°C). Wettest: May (239 mm). Best overall score: March (7.0/10).

Month	Avg temp	Rain	Sunny days	Score
January	18°C	73 mm	0	6.6/10
February	18°C	106 mm	0	6.0/10
March	20°C	92 mm	9	7.0/10
April	23°C	124 mm	11	6.1/10
May	25°C	239 mm	13	4.7/10
June	28°C	189 mm	19	4.0/10
July	29°C	151 mm	31	3.8/10
August	29°C	152 mm	27	3.9/10
September	28°C	159 mm	20	4.2/10
October	25°C	197 mm	6	4.0/10
November	23°C	106 mm	3	5.9/10
December	19°C	71 mm	0	6.7/10

Travel Tips

01Best time & timing: Target March, December, January — that is where comfort scores peak (7.0/10). July is the weakest month at 3.8/10.
02Weather & what to pack: March averages 20°C with 92 mm of rain and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
03Budget timing: If budget matters most, April is the cheapest month (6.1/10) — expect weather trade-offs.

Things to do in Taiwan

Taiwan. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.

FAQ

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Taiwan?: The best time to visit depends on where you go. Hualien: March; Jiufen: March & December; Kaohsiung: January & February; Kenting: March & April; Sun Moon Lake: March & February; Taipei: March & December.
Which month is best overall in Taiwan?: Averaged across our 7 destinations in Taiwan, the strongest months are March, December, January. Individual places can shift a month or two earlier or later — each destination page lists its own peak.
Which cities in Taiwan does bestime.to cover?: We currently score 7 destinations in Taiwan: Hualien, Jiufen, Kaohsiung, Kenting, Sun Moon Lake, Taipei, Taroko Gorge.
How are the Taiwan travel scores calculated?: Every city is rated 0-10 per month using ERA5 climate normals - temperature, precipitation, humidity, daylight, and days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

Climate data: Open-Meteo ERA5 historical archive, the five most recent complete years (2021–2025). Scores are monthly averages for that window, not forecasts, and short-window precipitation can differ from longer-term normals. “Sunny days” count days with at least 6 hours of measured sunshine — they are not dry days.

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