Taiwan

Taipei

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Taipei is a major urban hub in northern Taiwan and is not a coastal diving destination. The city itself has limited diving relevance, with nearby options mainly in coastal areas or quarry sites outside the city. Practical diving-related activity centers around short courses and gear briefings in local dive centers, while most divers travel to coastal spots in Taiwan for actual boat dives and reef experiences. If you’re visiting Taipei, you can plan a side trip to nearby coastal towns or consider freshwater training sites farther afield for practice, but expect limited on-site diving within the city.

Essential information for traveling in Taiwan

About Taiwan

Sea
Philippine Sea, South China Sea, Tung Hai, Nort...
Timezone
Asia/Taipei
Languages
ZH
Demonym
Taiwanese
Phone prefix
+886

Practicalities

Currency
TWD
Voltage
110
Plug type
Type A, Type B
Airports
TPE TSA KHH RMQ CYI

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Taipei

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Taipei

The best time to dive in Taipei

The best months to dive in Taipei are from June to September. Temperatures are confortable (28-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
15 °C 18 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
15 °C 17 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
18 °C 18 °C 5/10
04 - Apr.
21 °C 24 °C 5/10
05 - May
25 °C 27 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
28 °C 29 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
29 °C 30 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
29 °C 30 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
26 °C 28 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
21 °C 24 °C 5/10
12 - Dec.
18 °C 21 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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