Taiwan Taipei Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Taipei is Excellent
October is Excellent for Taipei.
**October is one of Taipei's best months** — 28°C/22°C, humidity drops to 75%, typhoon season winding down. Double Tenth National Day (October 10) is a major patriotic holiday with parades at Presidential Building. Maple foliage starts at Wuling Farm (5 hours from Taipei). Hotel prices moderate.
Travel score
Best season — autumn + value peak + Korean Hangul Day
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 82°F / 28°C highs and 72°F / 22°C lows — year's most comfortable. Humidity 75% eases + 5.5 hours of sunshine. Only 6 rainy days, 105mm. October 10 Taiwan National Day (5-day holiday).
October Travel Advice
Short sleeves + light cardigan + walking shoes. Korean Hangul Day (Oct 9) + Foundation Day (Oct 3) public holidays. Taiwan National Day Oct 10 5-day weekend — some attraction crowds. Sunset + night-view itineraries peak.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Hangul Day + Taiwan National Day overlap — Asia-Taipei $280-490 round-trip. Mid-to-late October weekdays are the value window.
October Pricing Trends
Autumn best — Ximending 3-star $70-140/night. National Day 5-day weekend 1.5x.
Taipei October Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
22°C
Rainy Days
8
134mm total
Sunshine
5.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
Comfortable
UV Index
7
High
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
27°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
29 μg/m³
PM10
43 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
22°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comfortable temperatures
- Double Tenth National Day spectacle
- Reduced humidity + rain
- Mountain foliage begins
Cons
- National holiday hotel spike
- Late typhoons still possible
- Pollution returns with stable weather
October Events & Festivals
- Double Tenth National Day (Oct 10)
- Maple leaves begin in mountains
- Beer festivals
Taipei in October — Full Picture
**October is one of Taipei's best months** — 28°C/22°C, humidity drops to 75%, typhoon season winding down. Double Tenth National Day (October 10) is a major patriotic holiday with parades at Presidential Building. Maple foliage starts at Wuling Farm (5 hours from Taipei). Hotel prices moderate.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Pleasant autumn — t-shirts during day, light cardigan evening. Rain frequency drops. Comfortable for sightseeing.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
24.7°C
19°C
12.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
32.3°C
25.3°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current27.7°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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Taipei October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Taipei?
Taipei in October is Excellent. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Taipei in October?
Taipei October averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C.
Does it rain much in Taipei in October?
Taipei October averages 134mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Taipei in October?
Pleasant autumn — t-shirts during day, light cardigan evening. Rain frequency drops. Comfortable for sightseeing.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Taipei in October?
Taipei October sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 17:30, with 11h 30m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Taipei in October?
Taipei October air quality (AQI) averages 62, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 29μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Taipei in October?
In October, Taipei is great for Double Tenth Day parade, Maokong tea hike, Wuling Farm maple foliage.
Is October peak season in Taipei?
Taipei October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.