Hsinchu in May
7.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
23°CAvg low
13Rainy days (140 mm)
13:12 hDaylight
05:16Sunrise · 18:29 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.8 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 14°C | 61 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| February | 19°C | 14°C | 74 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.3 |
| March | 21°C | 16°C | 95 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.4 |
| April | 25°C | 20°C | 98 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 28°C | 23°C | 140 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 159 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 31°C | 26°C | 205 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.0 |
| August | 30°C | 26°C | 309 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.8 |
| September | 29°C | 24°C | 193 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.6 |
| October | 26°C | 22°C | 89 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 24°C | 19°C | 46 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| December | 20°C | 15°C | 51 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Hsinchu in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 23°C.
When is the best time to visit Hsinchu?
The best months are November, October, December, April.