East Timor Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in East Timor in February.

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Thinking about venturing to East Timor this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in East Timor in February

February in East Timor generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Dili at 28°C (82°F) and very warm in Kupang at 30°C (86°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Kupang and 23°C (73°F) in Dili.

For specific regional insights in East Timor, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Dili with an average of 278 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Kupang with 292 mm (11 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Dili.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Dili, you can expect around 161 hours of sunlight in February, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in East Timor in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across East Timor.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in East Timor

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in East Timor?

Temperature range in East Timor (February)

Precipitation variation in East Timor (February)

Dili

In February Dili generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
161 hours
236 hours
Monthly rainfall
260 mm (10 in)
278 mm (11 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Kupang

In February Kupang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
196 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
297 mm (12 in)
292 mm (11 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in East Timor in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dili 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 278 mm (11 in)
Kupang 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 292 mm (11 in)

East Timor weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in East Timor in February?

In February, East Timor generally has poor weather conditions. Dili sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in East Timor in February?

Average temperatures in East Timor during February range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Dili.

Does East Timor get a lot of rain in February?

Rainfall in East Timor peaks during February. Dili averages roughly 278 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit East Timor?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Dili, February may not be the ideal time to visit East Timor.

On average, the best time to visit East Timor is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Dili. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in East Timor.

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