Taiwan Weather in May

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Weather: Weather in May is warm and humid with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, because May is the main rainy season. An umbrella is needed to travel in Taiwan in May. There is more rainfall in the south than in the north.

Average low and temperatures are 21 °C (61 °F) and 26 °C (79 °F). In the south the temperature may reach 30 °C (86 °F).

Clothing: T-shirt and a light cardigan are enough. But if you travel to mountainous areas you need to bring a coat.

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Q: Karen Asked on 2013-05-13 Reply
Hi Im visiting Taipei from 24 May to 27 May 2013.Could you advice on the weather and the suitable clothes to wear? Where is the best place to visit? I like to see more of the country side. Thank you.

Hi Karen,  Weather in May is quite good,  warm and humid, but also the  rainy season. Average low and temperatures are 21 °C (61 °F) and 26 °C (79 °F).  T-shirt and a light cardigan are enough. But if you travel to mountainous areas you need to bring a coat.

Attractions in Taiwan: Sun Moon Lake, Puli Town, Mazu(Goddess of Sea) Temple in Changhua, Pakua Mountain, Lukang Historic Area, Anping Fort, Chih-Kan Tower, Eternal Golden Castle, Fo Kuang Shan Mountain, Former British Consulate, Spring & Autumn Pavilions, Sizih Bay, Taroko National Park, Chi Hsing Tan Beach, Wild Willow Cape, Jiufen Old Town, Keelung Harbor, Yin Yang Sea, etc.

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Whitney Liao Replied on 2013-05-14
Q: Ashley Asked on 2013-01-16 Reply
Hi Im planning to go to Taiwan in the beginning of May 2013 . How is the weather at that time. How is the hotel there, would it be expensive?

Hi Ashley, May is the main rainy season in Taiwan. The weather is warm and humid with frequent afternoon thunderstorms based on the former data. The average low and temperatures are 21 °C (61 °F) and 30 °C (86 °F). For hotels in Taiwan, please check here: http://www.edison.com.tw/hotel.aspx

Whitney Liao Replied on 2013-01-17
Q: Grace Asked on 2013-01-10 Reply
Hi Im going to Taipei & Taichung from 17 May 2013 to 24 May 2013. Could you please advice on the weather in Taichung? Tks.

Hi Grace, the weather in May is warm and humid with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, because May is the main rainy season. The average low and temperature are 21 °C (61 °F) and 30 °C (86 °F).  You can also check the up to date weather information via this website: http://www.weather.com.cn/english/

Whitney Liao Replied on 2013-01-13
Q: MS HUI Asked on 2013-01-07 Reply
Hi,I planning to visit taiwan this year 2013.I''m still hesitate go to May or Sept?And I have some question.If I want to buy summer fashion,what time to be more suitable?Please recommed and advice ctions in taiwan,Thanks a lot*Please advice hotel*

Hi MS HUI, both May & Sep. are good months for summer fashion. And May is better. The hotel in Taiwan is very good, 4 star would be comfortable enough.

Whitney Liao Replied on 2013-01-07
Q: lim Asked on 2013-01-05 Reply
Hi i am planning to go travel to taiwaen on 28/4/13 to 3/5/13 how is the wheather at taiwan it''s very hot it ''s good time t o travel ay taiwan heard is rainng time how about sept,oct which mnh is the better month to go travel to taiwan because i will brng my lparent to go together. Any suggestion place we should go .beside taipei which part taiwan we should go .. and i want to tent car to bring us go around taiwan how to check by online tio book we go 4 person any cheaper car for rent and we need driver t bring us along taiwan. It''s expensive?

Dear Lim,

Thanks for your enquiry!

Autumn is the best season to visit Taiwan as it is cool and dry, it gets hotter towards the end of April. For itinerary, Hualien and Kenting are famous for its natural landscapes while Taichung and Tainan for cultural and ancient sights, Taiwan no doubt a mixture of old and new. We are not familiar with car renting companies in Taiwan but these two on google look good for your reference, http://www.okcars.com.tw/  , http://www.oa118.com/  if you are looking for driver service, you will need a helping hand from a travel agency, I am more than happy to give you a quote if your destinations are settled. I look forward to hearing from you again!

Candy Wei Replied on 2013-01-06