TaiwanAverage weather for Tainan in May
It's hot in May in Tainan with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 26°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Tainan with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 23°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 25°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Tainan is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In May, there is an average of 193 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Tainan in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
33°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
193 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
17 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Tainan?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Tainan. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The typhoon season in Tainan runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2021, Tainan reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Tainan
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Tainan, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Tainan
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Tainan, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 17 days of precipitation in Tainan.
Daily UV index in May in Tainan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Tainan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Tainan over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Tainan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Tainan over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Tainan, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Tainan
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Average weather in Tainan by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tainan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
