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Dili weather in December (East Timor)

What kind of weather does December bring to Dili? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Dili includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 29°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 23°C. With its warmest temperatures, this month is ideal for summer activities. Pack light clothing and sun protection to enjoy the heat.

Precipitation

Dili in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 266 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With around 221 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Dili. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dili climate page with graphs.

 

Dili, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 266 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 221 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in East Timor in December

Find out more about the weather in East Timor and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Dili.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to East Timor? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in East Timor. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.