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Taipei in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Taipei in August and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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August

Weather in Taipei in August 2025

OK Weather
Hot
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Rainy
August could be a good time to visit Taipei, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +33°C, and there are typically 1 sunny days in August. However, expect about 19 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 334 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+33°C
Avg. max. temperature
+20°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
334 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Taipei has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Taipei in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Taipei for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +34°C with a maximum of +37°C and a minimum of +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +33°C.

Is Taipei warm or cold in August?

Taipei is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +34°C to +33°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +27°C to +26°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

August is one of the warmest months in Taipei, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Taipei in August

Taipei weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+34°C+33°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+21°C+20°C+16°C
Max. temperature
+39°C+38°C+38°C
Rainfall
233 mm334 mm281 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
72%74%75%
Air pressure
1005 HPa1004 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
112
Cloudy days
645
Rainy days
171918
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. It’s getting colder in August. From +34°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +33°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 233 mm to 334 mm. Humidity rises from 72% to 74%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Taipei in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Taipei is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Taipei based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 74% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 356 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 51 mm, which is considered heavy rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
August is one of the rainiest months in Taipei, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Taipei wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 334 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 61% chance of precipitation and 90 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Taipei?

This is the weather in Taipei in August 2023:
1 August
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+30°C
2 August
🌧️
+31°C
3 August
🌧️
+31°C
4 August
🌧️
+33°C
5 August
☁️
+34°C
6 August
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+37°C
7 August
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+36°C
8 August
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+34°C
9 August
☁️
+37°C
10 August
☁️
+35°C
11 August
☁️
+33°C
12 August
☀️
+34°C
13 August
☀️
+35°C
14 August
☀️
+36°C
15 August
☁️
+37°C
16 August
🌧️
+31°C
17 August
🌧️
+34°C
18 August
☁️
+32°C
19 August
☁️
+33°C
20 August
☁️
+33°C
21 August
☀️
+35°C
22 August
☁️
+35°C
23 August
☁️
+35°C
24 August
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+34°C
25 August
☀️
+34°C
26 August
☀️
+35°C
27 August
☀️
+35°C
28 August
☁️
+35°C
29 August
☁️
+35°C
30 August
☁️
+33°C
31 August
☁️
+33°C
In August 2023 Taipei had 8 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +34°C, with an absolute maximum of +37°C and a minimum of +30°C. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 54%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Taipei climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Taipei in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+25°C) and the highest in 2018 (+28°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 1158 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2007 with 4037 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Taipei in August:

Is August a good time to visit Taipei?

It’s always a good time to visit Taipei, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Taipei in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Taipei. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Taipei rainy in August?

Taipei is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Taipei in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Taipei in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Taiwan

Check out the weather for other cities in Taiwan.

Monthly weather in Taipei

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Taipei, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.