Wulai, Taiwan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Wulai, Taiwan? If you're planning to go to Wulai, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Wulai
- Important essentials for Wulai
- Activities for Wulai
- Wulai in January: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in February: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in March: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in April: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in May: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in June: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in July: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in August: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in September: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in October: weather and what to pack
- Wulai in November: weather and what to pack
- Wulai 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 Wulai, Taiwan
Based on the climate and weather in Wulai, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for Wulai, Taiwan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Wulai, 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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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
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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.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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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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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Wulai. 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 appropriate for most places, but you should check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Wulai, Taiwan by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you vacation in Wulai during January, you are likely to find that it is chilly, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 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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Extra socks
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Standard footwear
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Light jacket or fleece
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Light and heavy skirts
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Pants or jeans
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Dresses
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A rain coat to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
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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 suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
February
February in Wulai is crisp, very rainy and very hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 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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Pants or jeans
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Extra socks
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Dresses
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Standard footwear
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Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
March
In March, Wulai is mild, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (low 20s C) and sometimes jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Wulai, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Dresses
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Extra socks
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Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
April
April in Wulai is warm, very rainy and extremely hazy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C) to high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
May
May is hot, 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:
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
June
June can be very hot, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
July
If you vacation in Wulai during July, you are likely to notice that it is consistently hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 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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Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
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Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
August
August here 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:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
September
In September, Wulai 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 Wulai, 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
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
October
If you are traveling to Wulai in October, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature, somewhat rainy and very hazy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
November
November in Wulai is a perfect temperature, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
December
If you visit Wulai during December, you are likely to notice that it is balmy, very rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 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 half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Standard footwear
-
Dresses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
Activities for Wulai, Taiwan
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Wulai.
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