Taipei · Month comparison
March vs November
November ranks #1 overall vs March at #4. The best month for most travellers — perfect 23°C days, lower rain, and the city at its most liveable.
March
#4 of 12 months
Best match
Cherry blossom arrives at Yangmingshan — a popular spectacle despite heavy rain continuing.
- ↑Cherry blossom at Yangmingshan National Park (late February–March) is Taipei's most popular day trip — the mountain blooms are genuine and the crowds are manageable compared to Japan
- ↑Temperatures reach a pleasant 22°C by day — the most comfortable month so far
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 | March | November |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 6 | 8 |
| Value score | 7 | 7 |
| Crowd score | 6 | 6 |
| Events score | 7 | 6 |
| Atmosphere | 7 | 8 |
| Avg high temp | 22°C | 23°C |
| Monthly rain | 167mm | 87mm |
| Daily sunshine | 3.5hrs | 5hrs |
March trade-offs
- ↓167mm of rain — nearly as wet as February, with frequent grey days and intermittent drizzle
- ↓Yangmingshan can be foggy and misty; the cherry blossom views are not guaranteed
- ↓Spring rain means unpredictable outdoor conditions — waterproof footwear essential
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 →