East Timor Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for East Timor, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Dili Kupang

Climate overview of East Timor

Located in southeast Asia, the island of Timor is part of Maritime Southeast Asia. The local climate is tropical and generally hot and humid, characterised by distinct rainy and dry seasons. The capital, largest city and main port is Dili. The eastern part of East-Timor has been proposed as the first conservation area in Timor as it contains the last remaining tropical dry forested area within the country and it hosts a number of unique plant and animal species. The northern coast is characterized by coral reefs making it a scuba divers paradise.

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Dili Kupang

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Dili	28°C (82°F) – 31°C (88°F)	20°C (68°F) – 23°C (73°F)	1629 mm (64 in)	2,988 hours
Kupang	30°C (86°F) – 34°C (93°F)	22°C (72°F) – 25°C (77°F)	1412 mm (56 in)	2,890 hours

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit East Timor?

The warmest month in Kupang is November, with daytime highs of 34°C (93°F). Dili is the sunniest destination, with 300 hours of sunshine in October. East Timor has distinct dry (June to October) and wet (December to March) seasons. Explore East Timor weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in East Timor?

Kupang is the warmest destination, reaching 34°C (93°F) in November with nights around 25°C (77°F). Dili is the coolest, with August daytime highs of just 28°C (82°F) and nights dropping to 20°C (68°F). Temperatures are relatively stable throughout the year. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does East Timor get?

Rainfall varies across East Timor. Dili is the wettest, receiving 1629 mm (64 in) per year, with February the wettest month at 278 mm (11 in). Kupang is the driest at 1412 mm (56 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is East Timor?

Dili is the sunniest destination in East Timor, enjoying 2,988 hours of sunshine per year, with October the brightest month at 300 hours. Overall, East Timor enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across East Timor?

Dili has very warm summers reaching 31°C (88°F) in October and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 2,988 hours of sunshine and 1629 mm (64 in) of rain per year. Kupang has very warm summers reaching 34°C (93°F) in November and very warm winters dropping to 30°C (86°F), with 2,890 hours of sunshine and 1412 mm (56 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.