Facts checked against live data · 27 Oct 2026

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Taiwan in December: Weather, Crowds & What's On

What December is actually like in Taiwan — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.

Average high
19°C
Average low
15°C
Rainfall
92mm

Where this month sits in the year

The 10th warmest month of Taiwan's year. The 11th wettest month, at 5% of the year's rain.

Public holidays in December

Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.

  • December 25, 2026 行憲紀念日 · Constitution Day

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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Taipei, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.

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