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Taipei in June
What June is really like in Taipei: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
June is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 15 rainy days and roughly 13.7 hours of daylight. Hot and humid, with plum rains early in the month giving way to afternoon thunderstorms.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 15
- Daylight
- About 13.7 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Taipei: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 15 of its 30 days. Compared with May (29°C (84°F)), June is warmer; by July highs climb to around 34°C (93°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:03
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 18:45
- Daylight
- About 13.7 hours
Summer (June–September). Hot and humid with afternoon thunderstorms and typhoons, especially in July and August; mango season and lively nights.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 3 for crowds (the peak is February at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in February). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in June
- Dragon Boat Festival — races at Dajia Riverside Park (fifth lunar month, usually June)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Wanhua
Longshan Temple
Founded in 1738 by settlers from Fujian, Longshan Temple is Taipei's best-known temple, dedicated mainly to Guanyin but housing many other deities.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- After dark
Market · Shilin
Shilin Night Market
Arrive around 6–7pm before the biggest crowds, and explore the lanes beyond the main food court.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- After dark
- Iconic
- Kids
- Shopping
Viewpoint · Xinyi
Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan)
A steep stone staircase from near Xiangshan MRT station climbs through forest to rocky viewpoints overlooking Taipei 101 and the Xinyi skyline in about 20–30 minutes.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Views
- Free
- Active
- Photo spot
- Couples
Market · Songshan
Raohe Street Night Market
Join the pepper bun queue first, then walk the market and finish at Ciyou Temple when it is lit up.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- After dark
- Free
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 24°C and 15 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Taipei?
A shoulder-season month, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, March–April and October–December are better overall. Compare every month.
Taipei in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Taipei?
It is a shoulder-season month. Hot and humid, with plum rains early in the month giving way to afternoon thunderstorms.
+How warm is Taipei in June?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Taipei in June?
Expect rain on about 15 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.