Taiwan Taipei Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Taipei is Warm humid
Taipei Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 28° / 22°
- Rainfall
- 232mm · 13 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Taipei in May averages a high of 28°C and low of 22°C with 232mm of rain over about 13 days. Hot + humid — t-shirts + shorts, sandals. Light cardigan for AC (mall AC is freezing). Strong sunscreen SPF 50, sun hat, sunglasses.
May is Warm humid for Taipei.
May is when summer arrives — 28°C/22°C, humidity 80%, beach water 25°C. Beaches at Fulong (1 hour east) open. Indoor AC mall culture begins; locals migrate from outdoor markets to air-conditioned malls 12:00-16:00. May is also when 'plum rains' (mei yu) hit — heavy rain spells.
Travel score
Meiyu (plum rain) starts + Korean Children's Day + hotel value entry
May Weather at a Glance
May averages 82°F / 28°C highs and 72°F / 22°C lows — meiyu (plum rain) starts. 11 rainy days, 235mm. Humidity 85% (sticky). Mostly short 4-7 PM showers. UV 11+ peak.
May Travel Advice
Short sleeves + shorts + folding umbrella + SPF 50. May 1 Labor Day + Korean Children's Day + Buddha's Day 5-day holiday stack. Meiyu season favors indoor activities — Ximending, Xinyi, Dihua Street. Late May (post-holiday) is the value window.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Children's Day + Buddha's Day overlap — Asia-Taipei round-trip 1.5x at $350-560. Late May returns to value $210-380.
May Pricing Trends
Holiday + meiyu — Ximending 3-star $70-125/night. Late May normalizes to $55-100.
Taipei May Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
22°C
Rainy Days
13
232mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
79%
Hot humid
UV Index
8
Very high
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
25°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
28 μg/m³
PM10
42 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
30°C
Nighttime
22°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Beach season begins
- Outdoor activities possible mornings
- Moderate hotel prices
- Mango season starts
Cons
- Heavy 'plum rain' spells
- Humidity climbing fast
- Heat stress for non-tropical travelers
May Events & Festivals
- Mother's Day (2nd Sunday)
- Dragon Boat Festival approaches (June)
- Beach season begins at Fulong
Taipei in May — Full Picture
May is when summer arrives — 28°C/22°C, humidity 80%, beach water 25°C. Beaches at Fulong (1 hour east) open. Indoor AC mall culture begins; locals migrate from outdoor markets to air-conditioned malls 12:00-16:00. May is also when 'plum rains' (mei yu) hit — heavy rain spells.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot + humid — t-shirts + shorts, sandals. Light cardigan for AC (mall AC is freezing). Strong sunscreen SPF 50, sun hat, sunglasses.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current24.7°C
19°C
12.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
32.3°C
25.3°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.7°C
22°C
8.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
18.7°C
14°C
9.3/mo
Taipei Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18° | 13° | 9d·86mm | 3.5h | 80% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 14° | 12d·138mm | 3h | 82% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 21° | 16° | 12d·168mm | 3.5h | 80% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 25° | 19° | 12d·167mm | 3.5h | 78% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 28° | 22° | 13d·232mm | 4h | 79% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·281mm | 4.5h | 80% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 26° | 11d·226mm | 6.5h | 78% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 26° | 12d·286mm | 6.5h | 78% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 25° | 10d·226mm | 5.5h | 79% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 28° | 22° | 8d·134mm | 5.5h | 75% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| November (Best) | 24° | 19° | 7d·86mm | 3.5h | 76% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 20° | 15° | 7d·73mm | 3.5h | 77% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Taipei?
Taipei in May is Warm humid. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Taipei in May?
Taipei May averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C.
Does it rain much in Taipei in May?
Taipei May averages 232mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Taipei in May?
Hot + humid — t-shirts + shorts, sandals. Light cardigan for AC (mall AC is freezing). Strong sunscreen SPF 50, sun hat, sunglasses.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Taipei in May?
Taipei May sunrise is 05:20 and sunset is 18:35, with 13h 15m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Taipei in May?
Taipei May air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 28μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Taipei in May?
In May, Taipei is great for Fulong beach trip, Mango ice (Taiwanese signature), Cool indoor museums (Palace Museum).
Is May peak season in Taipei?
Taipei May crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.