Dili, Timor-Leste Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Dili
Located in Timor-Leste, Dili experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate with year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Afternoon temperatures peak near 89°F (32°C) in November and dip to about 87°F (31°C) in July, with around 50.7 inches (1287 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: November - highs near 89°F (32°C)
- Coldest month: July - highs near 87°F (31°C)
- Record high: 98°F (36°C) · Record low: 64°F (18°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: February (25 rainy days) · Sunniest: October (11.7 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on November. Highs average 89°F (32°C) and overnight lows stay near 77°F (25°C). The coolest month is July, with typical highs of 87°F (31°C) and lows around 73°F (23°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 98°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 64°F (18°C).
Rain, sun and snow
February is usually the wettest month. It brings about 8.2 inches (209 mm) of rain over 25 days, while August is the driest. October brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.7 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° | 78° | 27 | 8.1 in | 9.9 h/day | 87% |
| February | 85° | 78° | 25 | 8.2 in | 10.2 h/day | 89% |
| March | 85° | 77° | 26 | 8.1 in | 10.1 h/day | 87% |
| April | 87° | 76° | 19 | 5.6 in | 10.4 h/day | 81% |
| May | 89° | 76° | 12 | 2.3 in | 10.6 h/day | 73% |
| June | 88° | 75° | 8 | 1.8 in | 10.7 h/day | 70% |
| July | 87° | 73° | 5 | 1.3 in | 11.0 h/day | 66% |
| August | 89° | 72° | 4 | 0.4 in | 11.3 h/day | 62% |
| September | 89° | 73° | 7 | 1.1 in | 11.3 h/day | 64% |
| October | 90° | 75° | 9 | 1.7 in | 11.7 h/day | 70% |
| November | 89° | 77° | 18 | 4.2 in | 11.5 h/day | 77% |
| December | 87° | 78° | 26 | 7.6 in | 10.1 h/day | 85% |
Dili month by month
Dili weather in January
January brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 27 wet days.
Dili weather in February
February brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 25 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Dili.
Dili weather in March
March brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 26 wet days.
Dili weather in April
April brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 19 wet days.
Dili weather in May
May brings highs around 89°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 12 wet days.
Dili weather in June
June brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 8 wet days.
Dili weather in July
July brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 5 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Dili.
Dili weather in August
August brings highs around 89°F (31°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 4 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Dili.
Dili weather in September
September brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 7 wet days.
Dili weather in October
October brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 9 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Dili.
Dili weather in November
November brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 18 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Dili.
Dili weather in December
December brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 26 wet days.
Seasons in Dili
September through November
September through November in Dili brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 89°F (32°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
December through February
December through February in Dili is hot, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 78°F (26°C); expect showers on roughly 78 days across the season.
March through May
March through May in Dili is hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (30°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 57 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Dili is hot, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 73°F (23°C); rain falls on about 16 days over the three months.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Dili
The best time to visit Dili is generally June to September, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 88°F (31°C).
Pack for Dili with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - November nights average 77°F (25°C).
Dili temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.