When to go · Taichung
Taichung in May
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Oct–Apr (mild, drier)). Across Taiwan: Plum rains start late in the month; firefly season in the hills.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 30°C86°F / 22°C72°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 13
- Crowds
- Medium
- Taiwan overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Taiwan overall
Verdict
MixedTaiwan month rating
Outside the best window (Oct–Apr (mild, drier)). Across Taiwan: Plum rains start late in the month; firefly season in the hills.
Weather in May
- TaichungHighs around 30 °C, lows around 22 °C, rain on about 13 daysHighs around 86 °F, lows around 72 °F, rain on about 13 days
- West and south, Taiwan · Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Kentingrainy
Dry, sunny winters (the best time for the south); wet, hot summers with afternoon storms. Air quality dips on still winter days.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Taiwan overall
- Medium
- Prices · Taiwan overall
- Medium
Taiwan overall: Plum rains start late in the month; firefly season in the hills.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast