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Taipei in August

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. The best months for Taipei are January, April, November and December. In August, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead.
Avg temp
29°C
Rainfall
66 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In August, Taipei is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 29°C with about 66mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Taipei in August

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Shin Shin Department Store
Shin Shin Department Store is a small-sized Taiwanese shopping center in Zhongshan District, Taipei, Taiwan that opened on 28 June 1972. The mall is partly invested by the Veterans
Regent Taipei
Regent Taipei is a luxury hotel in Zhongshan District, Taipei, Taiwan. It opened in 1990 as the Regent Taipei, and later became the Grand Formosa Regent before reverting to its cur
The Okura Prestige Taipei
The Okura Prestige Taipei is a hotel in Taipei, Taiwan that is part of the Japanese chain Okura Hotels & Resorts. The 18-floor building has a height of 69.9 m (229 ft) with 207 roo
Taipei Film House
The Former United States Ambassador's Residence, Taipei is a former official residence of the United States Ambassador in Zhongshan District, Taipei, Taiwan. The building currently
Local food tour of Taipei
Taste the signature dishes of Taipei.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Taipei in August: FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Taipei?+

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. Taipei's best months are generally January, April, November and December.

What is the weather like in Taipei in August?+

Expect average temperatures around 29°C. Rainfall averages about 66mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Taipei in August?+

Based on the typical August weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Taipei in August?+

Popular things to do include Shin Shin Department Store, Regent Taipei, The Okura Prestige Taipei and Taipei Film House. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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