Taipei · Month comparison
April vs November
November ranks #1 overall vs April at #5. The best month for most travellers — perfect 23°C days, lower rain, and the city at its most liveable.
April
#5 of 12 months
Best match
Warm, affordable, and manageable — a solid month before the summer humidity arrives.
- ↑Temperatures hit a comfortable 26°C with more sunshine than the winter months — the city opens up for outdoor exploration
- ↑Affordable accommodation across all districts with no major events inflating demand
November
#1 of 12 months
Best match
The best month for most travellers — perfect 23°C days, lower rain, and the city at its most liveable.
- ↑23°C with 76% humidity — Taipei's most comfortable temperatures of the year; all-day outdoor exploration without heat or cold compromise
- ↑Jiufen, Yangmingshan, and Beitou hot springs all operating at full capacity with clear views and reliable conditions
| Factor | April | November |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 7 | 8 |
| Value score | 7 | 7 |
| Crowd score | 6 | 6 |
| Events score | 5 | 6 |
| Atmosphere | 7 | 8 |
| Avg high temp | 26°C | 23°C |
| Monthly rain | 147mm | 87mm |
| Daily sunshine | 4.5hrs | 5hrs |
April trade-offs
- ↓Rain is still significant at 147mm — pack accordingly
- ↓Humidity at 79% means the warmth starts to feel sticky; not yet oppressive but noticeable
- ↓No major festivals or events this month — a quieter calendar than February or October
November trade-offs
- ↓Sunshine hours drop slightly to 5 per day as the season progresses; cloud cover increases toward December
- ↓Some rain remains at 87mm — the same as January, so occasional grey days are part of the deal
- ↓Night temperatures drop to 17°C by month's end — evenings require a layer, especially in the mountains
Scores compare months within Taipei. Climate data: Open Meteo ERA5 30-year normals (1991–2020). Methodology →