Weather in December in East Timor
Thinking about venturing to East Timor this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in East Timor in December?
December in East Timor generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Dili at 29°C to very warm in Kupang at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Kupang and 23°C in Dili. In East Timor, December typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kupang with an average of 259 mm to heavy rainfall in Dili with 266 mm.Average sunshine
The city Dili usually sees around 221 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For specific regional insights in East Timor for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our East Timor climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 2 most popular destinations in East Timor?
Dili
In December Dili generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kupang
In December Kupang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit East Timor?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to East Timor with often poor weather in Dili.
Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Dili. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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