Current Time in Taipei, Taiwan
台北
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
台灣
Dialling: +886
City Details
Taipei
台北
Lat: 25.033° N
Long: 121.5654° E
Population: 2,646,000
Time Zone
Asia/Taipei
GMT+8
Public Holidays
No public holidays on record for this country
Time Difference
Business Hours
Daylight Cycle
Data via sunrisesunset.io
Current Weather
Data via Open-Meteo · Updates every 30 min
Overview
Taipei is Taiwan's capital and largest city, with 2.6 million residents in the city and over 7 million in the greater Taipei area. A global hub for semiconductor and electronics manufacturing — home to TSMC, the world's largest chipmaker — Taipei is also celebrated for its night markets, hot springs, friendly locals, and one of Asia's most efficient and affordable metro systems.
Administrative Region
Taipei City (special municipality)
TW-TPE
Local Currency
NT$
Technical Assets
- Web Domain.tw
- ISO CodeTW-TPE
Secure Identifier Profile
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
The Taipei Basin was settled by Han Chinese immigrants from Fujian in the early 18th century. Taipei became the administrative centre of Taiwan under Qing Dynasty rule in 1875 and was formally established as a prefectural capital. Japanese colonial administration (1895–1945) modernised the city grid. Following the Republic of China government's relocation to Taiwan in 1949, Taipei became the capital, growing rapidly through the post-war economic miracle into a high-tech metropolis.
🗣️ Languages
✨ Leisure Highlights
- /Taipei 101 — 508m skyscraper with observation deck
- /Shilin and Raohe Night Markets — street food paradise
- /National Palace Museum — world's largest collection of Chinese imperial art
- /Beitou hot spring district
- /Jiufen historic hillside village (1.5h drive)
🎒 Visitor Tip
The MRT metro is cheap, clean, and covers nearly everything — get an EasyCard at the airport. Taipei 101 is best visited on arrival for orientation; buy the indoor observation deck ticket online. The best experience is spending evenings at the Shilin or Raohe night markets. Beitou's hot spring resorts are a 30-minute MRT ride north. Day-trip to Jiufen's atmospheric hillside village and gold museum.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Situated in the Taipei Basin, a flat alluvial plain surrounded by mountains on three sides. The Tamsui River and its tributaries drain the basin. The terrain transitions rapidly from flat urban core to the Yangmingshan volcanic mountains to the north — Mt Qixing reaches 1,120m within the city limits. Elevation ranges from sea level to over 1,200m across the municipality.
Climate Stats
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa)
Avg Summer
32°C
Avg Winter
15°C
Annual Rainfall
2400 mm
Best Months (Sunshine)
Travel & Connectivity
✈️ Nearby AirportsIATA / DISTANCE
🚄 Rail ConnectionsCITY / DISTANCE
Regional Satellites
Other times compared to Taipei
Frequently Asked Questions about time in Taipei
What timezone is Taipei in?↓
Taipei is in the Asia/Taipei time zone (Asia/Taipei), currently UTCGMT+8.
Does Taiwan observe daylight saving time?↓
No. Taiwan does not observe daylight saving time. Taipei stays on CST (UTCGMT+8) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is CST?↓
CST stands for Asia/Taipei. It is UTCGMT+8 and is the standard time used in Taiwan.
How many hours ahead is Taipei compared to London?↓
Taipei is 8 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 7 hours.
What is the time difference between Taipei and New York?↓
Taipei is 13 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Taipei?↓
The time displayed for Taipei is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+8 mean for Taipei?↓
UTCGMT+8 means Taipei is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Taipei?↓
Standard business hours in Taipei are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM CST (UTCGMT+8). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Taiwan national calendar.
What is the best time to call Taipei from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Taipei is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Taipei. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.