What’s the climate like in East Timor?
The current climate in East Timor features temperatures ranging from a high of 31°C to a low of 27°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 29°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 19°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
The highest temperature recorded in East Timor in recent years was 37°C in November 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 19°C in July 2023.
On average, East Timor receives 1508 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in East Timor is based on weather data from Dili. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in East Timor to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit East Timor?
The best time to visit East Timor for sunny weather is May through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit East Timor. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of East Timor
The climate table of East Timor shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 29 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 31 | 31 | 30 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 23 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 24 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 312 | 277 | 196 | 123 | 72 | 47 | 37 | 8,3 | 19 | 35 | 128 | 253 |
| UV Index | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 29°C
- Highest temperature: 31°C in October and November
- Lowest temperature: 27°C in June and July
- Precipitation: 1508 mm per year, averaging 126 mm per month
- Driest months: 8,3 mm in August, 19 mm in September and 35 mm in October
- Wettest months: 312 mm in January, 277 mm in February and 253 mm in December
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Average Temperature per Month in East Timor
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in East Timor. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in East Timor
This graph shows how much rainfall East Timor gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in East Timor
This graph shows the average UV index per month in East Timor. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in East Timor
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in East Timor. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in East Timor
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in East Timor over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in East Timor
The weather in East Timor is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 8 visitors. Have you been to East Timor? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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One day could see both sunshine and rain. The average temperature during the day was 30 degrees Celsius and dropped to about 25 degrees at night. Sufficient experience.— This text is automatically translated to English
February in East Timor was very pleasant with lots of sunshine followed by short but heavy rains that made for pleasant temperatures. Warm but not muggy, ideal for relaxing and experiencing the local culture.— This text is automatically translated to English
Warm but cool pleasant breezes. It rains occasionally, but mostly it is sunny!— This text is automatically translated to English
November in East Timor is surprisingly pleasant, with tropical showers in the afternoon. The day is sunny and warm, ideal for active recreation. Bring a light jacket if it rains.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was sunny, but not too hot, and occasional showers provided a welcome coolness. Ideal weather for active relaxation.— This text is automatically translated to English
June in Timor-Leste was pleasant, with sunny days and little rain. The temperature was perfect for outdoor activities. Mosquitoes were a problem, although there was plenty to do.— This text is automatically translated to English
Lots of rain and high humidity. There were warm days, but the showers were unpredictable.— This text is automatically translated to English
The heat was intense, but the constant sunshine was great. Wear light clothing and stay hydrated!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in East Timor by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for East Timor. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
