Taiwan Taipei Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Taipei is Hot
August is Hot for Taipei.
August continues peak summer. **Ghost Month** (variable, around mid-August) is a Taoist month where locals avoid certain activities — getting married, moving, swimming late at night. Tourist activities continue normally. Typhoon frequency peaks (avg 2-3 typhoons hit Taiwan in August). Mid-Autumn Festival decorations appear by month-end.
Travel score
Year's hottest month + typhoon peak + Korean Liberation Day
August Weather at a Glance
August averages 91°F / 33°C highs and 79°F / 26°C lows — year's hottest tied with July. Felt temperature 100°F+. 11 rainy days, 305mm (year's wettest). Typhoon season peaks (2-3 direct hits per year). 6 hours of sunshine.
August Travel Advice
Short sleeves + shorts + folding umbrella + SPF 50 + parasol + water bottle + raincoat. Avoid outdoor activity during typhoon warnings — MRT and HSR may pause for 1-2 days. August 15 Korean Liberation Day 5-day holiday — fares spike. Late August (post-Aug 20) summer-tail value recovery.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Liberation Day 5-day stack — Asia-Taipei round-trip $350-620. Post-Liberation Day is the value window.
August Pricing Trends
Liberation Day + typhoon — Ximending 3-star $70-140/night. Post-Liberation Day $55-100.
Taipei August Weather Stats
Avg High
33°C
Avg Low
26°C
Rainy Days
12
286mm total
Sunshine
6.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
Hot humid
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
29°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
30 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
38°C
Nighttime
27°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Beach season continues
- Pearl milk tea culture peak
- Yangmingshan green at peak
Cons
- Peak typhoon frequency
- Ghost Month some cultural quirks
- Hotel prices remain high
August Events & Festivals
- Lunar Ghost Month (variable, August-September)
- Father's Day (Aug 8)
- Beach festivals continue
Taipei in August — Full Picture
August continues peak summer. **Ghost Month** (variable, around mid-August) is a Taoist month where locals avoid certain activities — getting married, moving, swimming late at night. Tourist activities continue normally. Typhoon frequency peaks (avg 2-3 typhoons hit Taiwan in August). Mid-Autumn Festival decorations appear by month-end.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Same as July — peak heat + humidity. Quick-dry, layers for AC.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
24.7°C
19°C
12.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current32.3°C
25.3°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.7°C
22°C
8.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
18.7°C
14°C
9.3/mo
Taipei Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18° | 13° | 9d·86mm | 3.5h | 80% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 14° | 12d·138mm | 3h | 82% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 21° | 16° | 12d·168mm | 3.5h | 80% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 25° | 19° | 12d·167mm | 3.5h | 78% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 28° | 22° | 13d·232mm | 4h | 79% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·281mm | 4.5h | 80% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 26° | 11d·226mm | 6.5h | 78% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 26° | 12d·286mm | 6.5h | 78% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 25° | 10d·226mm | 5.5h | 79% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 28° | 22° | 8d·134mm | 5.5h | 75% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| November (Best) | 24° | 19° | 7d·86mm | 3.5h | 76% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 20° | 15° | 7d·73mm | 3.5h | 77% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Taipei?
Taipei in August is Hot. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Taipei in August?
Taipei August averages a high of 33°C and a low of 26°C.
Does it rain much in Taipei in August?
Taipei August averages 286mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Taipei in August?
Same as July — peak heat + humidity. Quick-dry, layers for AC.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Taipei in August?
Taipei August sunrise is 05:35 and sunset is 18:30, with 12h 55m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Taipei in August?
Taipei August air quality (AQI) averages 65, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 30μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Taipei in August?
In August, Taipei is great for Pearl milk tea tour, Yangmingshan early morning, Fulong beach.
Is August peak season in Taipei?
Taipei August crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.