May · Taiwan
Best time to visit Jiufen in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Jiufen in May
Average temperature 25°C, 239 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
4.7/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 239 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Jiufen scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 239 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Jiufen is a hillside mining village of lantern alleys, tea houses, and views over Taiwan's northeast coast. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
May in Jiufen: expect compromises
At 25°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 239 mm: only about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 4.7/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Jiufen — 2.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Jiufen in May?
- In May, Jiufen averages 25°C, 239 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Jiufen?
- May earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Jiufen in May?
- Expect about 239 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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