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Taipei cycling weather

Cycling in Taipei often means climbing into the mountains surrounding the city. Conditions change quickly with elevation, humidity and rainfall patterns.

See wind, rain and temperature along every kilometre of your route — not just at the start.

Why a city forecast isn't enough

City weather in Taipei doesn't reflect mountain conditions. Climbs like Wuling or Yangmingshan can be cooler, wetter and windier. RouteWeather shows how conditions evolve along your route.

What changes along a long route

  • High humidity affects performance
  • Frequent rain in mountain areas
  • Temperature drops with elevation
  • Storms can develop quickly
  • Timing is critical for long climbs

Climate overview

Month
Temp Day
Temp Night
Sunny Days
Sun Hours
Rain Days
Precipitation
Humidity
UV Index
Day Length
Jan 16°C 10°C 15 5.8h 18 54 mm 75 % 2 10h 46m
Feb 16°C 11°C 9 3.7h 19 158 mm 73 % 3 11h 18m
Mar 20°C 12°C 15 6.1h 17 299 mm 70 % 4 12h 1m
Apr 24°C 15°C 18 7.4h 19 283 mm 68 % 5 12h 45m
May 27°C 19°C 24 8.0h 25 384 mm 65 % 6 13h 22m
Jun 30°C 22°C 24 10.4h 22 160 mm 67 % 7 13h 40m
Jul 30°C 23°C 21 8.1h 28 264 mm 66 % 8 13h 31m
Aug 32°C 23°C 30 11.1h 21 100 mm 68 % 7 12h 59m
Sep 31°C 23°C 27 10.3h 19 86 mm 70 % 5 12h 17m
Oct 28°C 21°C 20 7.4h 22 477 mm 72 % 4 11h 33m
Nov 22°C 17°C 15 5.8h 20 239 mm 76 % 2 10h 55m
Dec 19°C 14°C 14 5.0h 24 119 mm 77 % 2 10h 36m

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to cycle in Taipei?

Autumn and winter offer more stable and cooler conditions. Summer can be very hot and humid with frequent rain.

Do mountain conditions differ from the city?

Yes — significantly. RouteWeather helps you prepare for those changes.