Normal weather for Taiwan in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Taiwan with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 17°C.
In January, there is an average of 60 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,6 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Taiwan in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
21°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
23°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
20°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
60 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,6 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Taiwan with warm temperatures, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights close to 15°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around 21°C, with nights close to 14°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Taiwan will be around 21°C, with nights close to 14°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Taiwan?
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in Taiwan. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Taiwan in January
With 31°C, Taiwan hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 2°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Taiwan
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Taiwan, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in Taiwan
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Daily Precipitation in January in Taiwan
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Taiwan, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Taiwan.
Daily Snowfall in January in Taiwan
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Taiwan, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Taiwan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Taiwan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Taiwan Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Taiwan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Taiwan Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Taiwan, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Taiwan per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Taiwan, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for Taiwan
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Taiwan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Taiwan by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Taiwan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
