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Hualien and Taroko in May
Hualien and Taroko warms up: highs climb to 82°F (28°C), from 78°F in April, with lows of 79°F (26°C) and about 7.7 in (196 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 52/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 7.7 in (196 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 10 min
- Comfort score
- 52/100 · Fair
What May feels like
Highs settle around 82°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 79°F (26°C).
Humidity averages 84%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 7.7 in (196 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 80%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are October – March.
- Comfort slips from 67/100 in April to 52/100.
- May sits inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes82°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hualien and Taroko in May
With 7.7 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Dongdamen Night Market
Large night market with an Indigenous food section serving grilled meats and millet wine.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.7 in of rain.
Gongzheng Baozi
Round-the-clock steamed bun shop famous for small pork buns and dumplings.
Why now Easy to slot in when May's rain moves in.
Hualien Cultural and Creative Industries Park
Converted winery buildings with craft shops, galleries and cafes.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.7 in of rain.
Taroko Gorge
Marble canyon carved by the Liwu River; only some sections and trails have reopened since 2024.
Qingshui Cliffs
Sheer cliffs plunging into turquoise water along the Suhua Highway.
Nearby in May
- Taipei in May~72 mi · highs 81°F, 9.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Jiufen and Pingxi in May~79 mi · highs 77°F, 9.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Tainan in May~111 mi · highs 83°F, 8.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hualien and Taroko in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Hualien and Taroko?
It's middling, scoring 52/100. The best months are October – March, at up to 74. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 7.7 in (196 mm) of rain. May is inside the Oct – Dec, Mar – May window our Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko route recommends.
How hot is Hualien and Taroko in May?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hualien and Taroko in May?
Yes: about 7.7 in (196 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 62.7 in (1593 mm).
What should I pack for Hualien and Taroko in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (82°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Hualien and Taroko
Routes in season in May
- Taipei, Jiufen & Taroko Oct – Dec, Mar – May
Planning Hualien and Taroko in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.