May · Taiwan
Best time to visit Taipei in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Taipei 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 Taipei 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.
Night markets, mountain hot springs, and temple lanes feel best January through March.
May in Taipei — the hardest end of the year
May averages 25°C (76°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
239 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 4.7/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? March scores 2.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Taipei in May?
- In May, Taipei 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 Taipei?
- 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 Taipei 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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