Taipei   Average temperature     Average rainfall   Spring March - May 21 - 25oC 193mm Summer June - August 24 - 33oC 275mm Autumn September - November 20 - 27oC 144mm Winter December - February 12 - 29oC 97mm

Taiwan straddles the Tropic of Cancer in the Pacific Ocean and enjoys a sub-tropical climate with four seasons - spring, summer, autumn, winter.

Summer - rainfall is at its highest and the weather tends to be hot and humid. Visibility is quite often poor at this time of year due to low cloud and mist and there is also a high possibility of typhoons between June and October.

Winter is usually mild, however temperatures can drop below average.

In general, lightweight clothing should be worn most of the year and warmer clothes are necessary in the cooler months.

Best time to visit: During the spring or autumn when both humidity and temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is relatively low.

Carry a lightweight jumper as it can be chillingly cold inside air-conditioned buildings during hot weather.