Weekly Weather Forecast for Keelung City: Rainy at the start of the week, clearing up and becoming sunny by midweek, ideal for outdoor activities.

On May 9, 2025, the Central Weather Bureau and several weather platforms predicted that Keelung City will experience scattered showers or thunderstorms due to the influence of a frontal system from May 9 to 11, with a more than 50% chance of rain. Starting May 12, the front will shift southward, and the weather will become mostly sunny with some clouds, with temperatures ranging from 18 to 29 degrees Celsius and wind speeds of 2 to 3 mph, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
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05/09 15:03
Weekly Weather Forecast for Keelung City: Rainy at the start of the week, clearing up and becoming sunny by midweek, ideal for outdoor activities.
On May 9, 2025, the Central Weather Bureau and several weather platforms predicted that Keelung City will experience scattered showers or thunderstorms due to the influence of a frontal system from May 9 to 11, with a more than 50% chance of rain. Starting May 12, the front will shift southward, and the weather will become mostly sunny with some clouds, with temperatures ranging from 18 to 29 degrees Celsius and wind speeds of 2 to 3 mph, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
Significant Impact of the Front, Frequent Rain at the Beginning of the Week
Starting Friday, May 9, Keelung City began to be affected by the moisture brought by the front and the southwest wind, leading to unstable weather. According to the forecast released by the Central Weather Bureau at 5:00 PM on May 9, evening temperatures ranged from 23 to 27 degrees, with weather being mostly cloudy with occasional showers or thunderstorms. The daytime high reached 31 degrees, with thunderstorms occurring in the afternoon.
The front is expected to pass mainly between Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 11, with more significant rainfall expected. On May 10, daytime temperatures will drop to between 22 and 25 degrees, with cloudy weather and showers or thunderstorms, further dropping to 19 to 22 degrees at night, with occasional showers. On May 11, daytime temperatures will further decrease to between 19 and 21 degrees, with continued overcast weather accompanied by occasional showers or thunderstorms, and nighttime temperatures around 18 to 20 degrees, turning mostly cloudy with a chance of localized rain.
According to reports from the Weather Bureau and other media, this wave of the front has a complete structure with vigorous convective development. The chance of rain in northern and northeastern regions such as Keelung and Yilan is over 60%, with short-duration heavy rain possible in mountainous areas. People need to be particularly aware of severe weather phenomena such as lightning and strong winds.
Weather Stabilizes Midweek, Temperatures Rise
Starting Monday, May 12, the front gradually moves away from Taiwan's main island, and the weather in Keelung City becomes stable. According to the Central Weather Bureau's forecast, daytime temperatures will rise to between 18 and 25 degrees, with mostly sunny weather, and nighttime temperatures around 20 to 23 degrees, maintaining clear conditions. In the following days, the weather remains stable, and the probability of rain significantly decreases.
From May 13 to 15, daytime temperatures in Keelung City range between 20 and 28 degrees, with nighttime temperatures between 21 and 25 degrees, mainly sunny to partly cloudy. On May 16 (Friday), although the day turns cloudy, the current forecast does not indicate significant rainfall, with temperatures remaining between 23 and 27 degrees.
Overview of Temperature and Wind Speed
Overall, the temperature in Keelung City this week shows significant changes. At the beginning of the week, affected by the front and northeast wind, temperatures drop, with daytime highs around 21 degrees and nighttime lows reaching 18 degrees, feeling relatively cool. Midweek, as the east and south winds gradually dominate, temperatures rise to between 26 and 28 degrees, warm during the day and comfortable at night.
As for wind speed, data from the Hong Kong Observatory and the Weather Bureau show that wind speeds in Keelung City this week are generally at Beaufort scale levels 2 to 3. During the weekend, due to the passing front, wind strength in some areas may increase to levels 4 to 5, especially in coastal and highland areas. Midweek, wind speeds stabilize, having little impact on daily life and outdoor activities.
Rain Probability and Recommendations
According to data compiled from multiple weather platforms (such as the Central Weather Bureau, PChome News, UTravel, etc.), the chance of rain in Keelung City from May 9 to 11 is generally over 50%, with May 10 and 11 being the peak periods for rainfall. People are advised to carry rain gear when going out and avoid areas like mountains or beaches that are easily affected by the weather.
After May 12, the probability of rain significantly decreases, and the weather turns sunny to partly cloudy, suitable for outdoor activities, travel, or family gatherings. The Weather Bureau also reminds that although the weather turns sunny, localized convective development may still occur in the afternoon, and mountainous areas should still be cautious of brief showers.
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