Tamsui, Taiwan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Tamsui, Taiwan? If you're planning to go to Tamsui, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Tamsui
- Important essentials for Tamsui
- Activities for Tamsui
- Tamsui in January: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in February: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in March: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in April: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in May: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in June: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in July: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in August: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in September: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in October: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui in November: weather and what to pack
- Tamsui 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 Tamsui, Taiwan
Based on the climate and weather in Tamsui, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for Tamsui, Taiwan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tamsui, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly product.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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 may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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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 Tamsui. 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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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one should be sufficient for most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Tamsui, Taiwan by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Tamsui can be chilly, very rainy and extremely hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) to 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Standard footwear
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Extra socks
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Light jacket or fleece
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Pants or jeans
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Light and heavy skirts
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Dresses
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
February
February for Tamsui can be chilly, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Dresses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
March
If you vacation in Tamsui during March, you will probably see that it is balmy, 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:
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Extra socks
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
April
If you visit Tamsui during April, you may notice that it is a perfect temperature, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 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 half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
May
May in Tamsui is pretty consistently hot, very rainy and extremely hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
June
If you vacation in Tamsui during June, you will probably notice that it is extremely hot, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 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:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes dangerous contaminants:
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
July
In July, Tamsui is constantly hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Tamsui, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes contaminants:
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
August
In August, Tamsui can be very hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Tamsui, with several of the days of the month having rain. In August, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
September
If you go to Tamsui in September, you will notice that it can be very hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
October
In October, Tamsui is warm, somewhat rainy and very hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 60s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Tamsui, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In October, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
November
If you go to Tamsui in November, you will notice that it is warm, very rainy and very hazy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
December
December for Tamsui is balmy, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Pants or jeans
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Dresses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Standard footwear
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
Activities for Tamsui, Taiwan
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Tamsui.
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