Still part of the cool, dry season; inland and mountain areas remain chillier while the south stays mild. Good month for cultural events tied to the lunar calendar.
SeasonHigh SeasonTemperature 15-23°C (59-73°F)Crowds HighPrices High
High seasonShoulderLow season
Weather by City in February
CityLow / highRain
Taipei
Cool
13°18° 204 mm
New Taipei City
Cool
12°18° 190 mm
Taichung
Cool
13°20° 97 mm
Kaohsiung
Mild
16°24° 25 mm
Tainan
Mild
14°22° 55 mm
Taoyuan
Cool
12°18° 175 mm
Hsinchu
Cool
12°18° 134 mm
Average daily low and high (°C) and monthly rainfall. The badge shows how it feels, allowing for humidity.
Temperature map
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Average temperature across Taiwan in February.
Where to Go in Taiwan in February
Northern Taiwan
Taipei, Keelung, Yilan
February often feels like an extension of January: chilly, damp air from the northeast keeps temperatures in the low teens Celsius in the capital and makes sidewalks slick. Lunar New Year falls in this window some years, packing trains and flights-book early if you plan temple visits or want to travel to Keelung for the Matsu or seafood. Yangmingshan’s early cherry and plum blossoms can appear, rewarding hikers who brave the wind; bring warm layers and waterproof shoes.
Central Taiwan & West Coast
Taichung, Changhua, Sun Moon Lake
February can be pleasantly cool and mostly dry in Taichung, with clearer skies than the north and early spring blossoming in lower elevations. Sun Moon Lake hosts quieter trails and the city’s night markets stay active; if you time it right you might catch early tea harvest activity on the hills above Changhua. The west coast breeze is gentle, but keep a sweater for cooler evenings along the coastal plains.
Southern Taiwan & Kenting
Kaohsiung, Tainan, Pingtung, Kenting Peninsula
February stays warm in the south, and Kenting’s beaches are comfortable for swimming more often than elsewhere on the island; this is a good month for whale-watching departures from Kaohsiung. The Lunar New Year often brings a burst of travel and bustling street celebrations in Tainan-book restaurants and accommodation early. Rain is uncommon but sudden squalls are possible; a light windbreaker suffices most days.
Eastern Taiwan & East Coast
Hualien, Taitung, Taroko Gorge, East Rift
February often brings clearer skies and mild temperatures in Taitung, making it a fine time for the coast’s cultural festivals and for cycling along the East Rift valley. Whale-watching trips from Hualien and Taitung start to resume with calmer seas on many days, though sudden squalls happen. For inland hot-spring visits and lowland trekking, layer clothing for chilly mornings and comfortable afternoons.
February retains winter conditions at altitude with frequent frost and periodic light snow on the highest trails; Alishan’s famous sunrise viewing draws photographers who tolerate early cold. The Lunar New Year sometimes coincides with mountain travel surges, so book rail or lodge spots in advance and expect icy walking conditions at dawn. Daytime sun can warm valleys quickly, but evenings remain bitterly cold above 2,500 meters.
Events & Festivals in February
Lantern Festival (date varies)
Follows Lunar New Year in many years and features lantern displays and local celebrations.
Planning a trip to Taiwan?
See how February compares with the rest of the year, then read the full guide.
