Taipei weather in May

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Taipei May weather at a glance

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In May, Taipei averages 24.7°C, with typical highs of 28.7°C and lows of 21.4°C. The historical average is 18 wet days and 81% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in May, it is 8.1°C warmer than Seoul, with 9 more wet days.

Taipei May temperature & humidity

Average24.7°CHigh 28.7° / low 21.4°

Humidity81%

Wet days18 days58% of days

Day–night range7.3°

Taipei May rain & wet days

Wet days18 daysHistorical monthly average

Share of wet days58%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Taipei in May

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Rain is frequent at roughly 18 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes. High humidity makes quick-dry clothing and a spare top especially useful.

DaytimeBreathable short sleeves, hat and sunscreen · average high 28.7°C
Morning & eveningLight layer for air-conditioned rooms · average low 21.4°C
FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.

Useful extras

Breathable T-shirtsHat and sunglassesRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrellaSpare quick-dry top

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Packing essentials

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솔리앤 초경량 UV차단 3단 자동우산 Inflatable travel neck pillow
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Taipei May sunrise & sunset times

2026 May · Local time (Asia/Taipei)

Sunrise on the 15th05:10

Sunset on the 15th18:31

Daylight duration13h 21m

Start, middle and end of the month
Date	Sunrise	Sunset	Daylight
2026-05-01	05:18	18:24	13h 5m
2026-05-15	05:10	18:31	13h 21m
2026-05-31	05:04	18:39	13h 35m

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May weather by year

May 202424.5°19 wet days, 81% humidity

May 202524.9°17 wet days, 82% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

128°19°

229°19°

329°20°

429°22°4.8mm

529°22°5mm

629°24°18mm

724°20°79mm

831°21°

932°22°6.9mm

1027°22°15mm

1122°19°45mm

1226°19°

1331°19°

1432°20°

1532°23°

1633°22°

1731°23°5mm

1832°23°3mm

1931°23°1.5mm

2032°24°

2132°24°3.8mm

2233°25°1.2mm

2334°24°

2427°23°35mm

2523°21°9.5mm

2623°19°8.7mm

2729°20°

2827°22°22mm

2924°21°59mm

3027°20°

3132°21°

Frequently asked questions

What is Taipei weather like in May?

In May, Taipei averages 24.7°C, with typical highs of 28.7°C and lows of 21.4°C. The historical average is 18 wet days and 81% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Taipei in May?

There are about 18 wet days in May. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Taipei in May?

What are the best months to visit Taipei?

Recent weather data rates January, February, March, December among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Taipei weather in May in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Taipei in May?

On 2026-05-15, calculated sunrise is 05:10 and sunset is 18:31 in local time (Asia/Taipei). Times vary by date and terrain.

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Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations