City, Taiwan
Tainan weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Tainan
Nov–Mar is dry, sunny and mild. Jun–Sep is hot, humid and typhoon-prone with afternoon storms; Chinese New Year draws temple crowds.
Tainan weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan21°39 mm
- Feb22°31 mm
- Mar24°48 mm
- Apr26°79 mm
- May28°223 mm
- Jun29°344 mm
- Jul30°289 mm
- Aug29°441 mm
- Sep29°242 mm
- Oct27°72 mm
- Nov26°49 mm
- Dec23°33 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C70°F | 18°C64°F | 39 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| February | 22°C72°F | 18°C65°F | 31 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C75°F | 20°C68°F | 48 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C79°F | 23°C73°F | 79 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C83°F | 25°C78°F | 223 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C84°F | 27°C81°F | 344 mm | 85% | Very wet |
| July | 30°C86°F | 28°C82°F | 289 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| August | 29°C85°F | 28°C82°F | 441 mm | 84% | Very wet |
| September | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 242 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| October | 27°C81°F | 25°C76°F | 72 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C78°F | 22°C72°F | 49 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 23°C73°F | 19°C67°F | 33 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
Best months across Taiwan
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Taipei | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| Tainan | Nov–Mar | Jul (30°C) |
| Kaohsiung | Feb–Mar, Nov–Dec | Jul (30°C) |
| Taichung | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Hualien | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| Jiufen | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (28°C) |
| Sun Moon Lake | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
| Kenting | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
| Alishan | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Jul (30°C) |
| Taitung | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Hsinchu | Apr, Oct–Dec | Jul (32°C) |
| Penghu | Apr–Jun, Sep | Jul (28°C) |
| Xiaoliuqiu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | May (31°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Tainan?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is dry, sunny and mild. Jun–Sep is hot, humid and typhoon-prone with afternoon storms; Chinese New Year draws temple crowds.
When is the rainy season in Tainan?
Rain peaks in August with about 441 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Tainan?
July, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Tainan get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 18°C (64°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.