New Taipei, Taiwan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to New Taipei, Taiwan? If you're planning to go to New Taipei, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to New Taipei
- Important essentials for New Taipei
- Activities for New Taipei
- New Taipei in January: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in February: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in March: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in April: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in May: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in June: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in July: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in August: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in September: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in October: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei in November: weather and what to pack
- New Taipei 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 New Taipei, Taiwan
Based on the climate and weather in New Taipei, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for New Taipei, Taiwan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in New Taipei, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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).
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly product.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one should work in most locations, but 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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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in New Taipei. 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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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
What to wear/what to pack for New Taipei, Taiwan by month
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January
If you are traveling to New Taipei in January, you will notice that it is crisp, very rainy and extremely hazy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Light and heavy skirts
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Pants or jeans
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Dresses
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Light jacket or fleece
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Extra socks
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Standard footwear
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A rain jacket to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
February
In February, New Taipei is crisp, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for New Taipei, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In February, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Dresses
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Pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
March
If you visit New Taipei during March, you are likely to find that it is mild, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
April
In April, New Taipei is warm, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for New Taipei, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
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Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
May
May in New Taipei is extremely warm, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
June
Traveling to New Taipei in June, you will notice that it can be very hot, very rainy and extremely hazy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
July
July in New Taipei is extremely hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
August
August in New Taipei is extremely hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
September
In September, New Taipei is constantly hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) and regularly jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for New Taipei, with several of the days of the month having rain. In September, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
October
If you vacation in New Taipei during October, you will probably see that it is a perfect temperature, somewhat rainy and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
November
If you vacation in New Taipei during November, you will probably see that it is warm, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
December
If you go to New Taipei in December, you will notice that it is mild, very rainy and extremely hazy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
Activities for New Taipei, Taiwan
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for New Taipei.
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