Kaohsiung Weather in May – Average Temperature and Rainfall
- High
- 29.9°
- Low
- 24.7°
- Rainfall
- 181 mm
- Rainy season
- 15d
- max
- 34.1°
- min
- 18.2°
May
- Early
- 29.7° 32.7 mm
- Mid
- 30.0° 56.6 mm
- Late
- 30.1° 91.9 mm
Summary
The climate figures for Kaohsiung are averaged from 2016–2025 observations (10 years). Annual rainfall averages about 1,972 mm.
The rainy season runs May–October. The wettest month is August with 458.7 mm across 24 rain days; the driest is February at just 17.4 mm.
The hottest month is July (average high 31.1°C) and the coolest is January (23.2°C).
The most comfortable time to visit Kaohsiung is February — less rain and milder heat.
Monthly averages
Common questions
Will it rain in Kaohsiung today?
Yes. Rain is expected around 01:00–06:00, totalling roughly 1.3 mm.
How hot is it in Kaohsiung today?
Between 25°C and 29°C, with a felt maximum of 34°C.
What is the weather in Kaohsiung tomorrow?
Tomorrow: light drizzle, 25–30°C, with a 35% chance of rain.