Dili Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Dili is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Dili remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in October, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C during cooler months like August.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 20°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Dili is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1629 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, February receives heavy rainfall, averaging 278 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 8.8 mm over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Dili Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Dili. While October receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.0 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.4 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C in July to 29°C in January.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Dili.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 82%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Dili in East Timor
Dili has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 30°C.The best time to visit is during the drier months: June, July, August and September.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Dili occurs in the months of January, February, March, April, November and December.
Yes, the months of July, August and September are very dry.
October has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
February tops the wettest month list with 278 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 9 mm of precipitation.
October is the sunniest month with an average of 300 hours of sunshine.
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