December 16 is generally a great time to visit Taipei. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Taipei right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Taipei
Currency
TWD
$ New Taiwan dollar
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.618
Taipei Weather Forecast for December 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.3°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Taipei in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Taipei typically experiences temperatures between 14.3°C and 19.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Taipei
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
19.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
72%
Overcast
Pressure
1022 hPa
Low volatility
Taipei Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 77% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.1°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Taiwan
Flight Traffic
High
96/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~650
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Taipei
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:32
☀️ Noon
11:50
🌇 Sunset
17:08
⏱️ Daylight
10h 35m
Wind Speed
25 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
4.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
82%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Taipei
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Very high seismic risk. Ring of Fire territory.
Typhoon Risk
Year-round risk present
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Taipei on December 16 averages 19.3°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 89/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Taipei Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Taipei Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Taipei on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 19.3°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 650 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Taiwan, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 21.6°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 2.7m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.7°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 12.3°C in 2016.