Central Taiwan, Taiwan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Central Taiwan, Taiwan? If you're planning to go to Central Taiwan, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Central Taiwan
- Important essentials for Central Taiwan
- Activities for Central Taiwan
- Central Taiwan in January: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in February: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in March: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in April: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in May: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in June: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in July: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in August: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in September: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in October: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in November: weather and what to pack
- Central Taiwan in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Central Taiwan, Taiwan
Based on the climate and weather in Central Taiwan, the best time to go is November. See below for details.
Important essentials for Central Taiwan, Taiwan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Central Taiwan, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Central Taiwan. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one should be sufficient for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Central Taiwan, Taiwan by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January is balmy. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
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Binoculars
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
February
February here is mild. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
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Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
March
Traveling to Central Taiwan in March, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
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Extra socks
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
April
April for Central Taiwan is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
May
If you are traveling to Central Taiwan in May, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
June
June for Central Taiwan can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
July
Traveling to Central Taiwan in July, you will notice that it is really hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters harmful contaminants:
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
August
August in Central Taiwan is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
September
September is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
October
If you are traveling to Central Taiwan in October, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
November
If you are traveling to Central Taiwan in November, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
December
December is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to Container "Mountain", you will do a lot of walking. These are a must:
-
Binoculars
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Good hiking shoes
These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Activities for Central Taiwan, Taiwan
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Central Taiwan.
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