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Dili Weather in October
October in Dili sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) at night. With around 61 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Dili in October
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 4 days with rain, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in) for the month. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.
Temperature in Dili in October
Daytime temperatures in Dili reach 31°C (88°F) in October, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night. Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. With overnight lows of 22°C (72°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.
Sunshine in Dili in October
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 300 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Dili.
Average water temperature in October
The water is 28°C (82°F) this month, warm enough that getting in requires no effort at all. Good conditions for swimming, snorkeling, or just floating around.For Dili itself, May, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Dili Temperature in October
Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Water Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
72%
Sunshine
300 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Dili Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Dili in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dili spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Dili historical weather extremes in October
Based on 19 years of weather observations in Dili between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- Dili recorded its highest October temperature of 33°C (91°F) on October 20, 2019.
- Dili experienced its chilliest October day on October 9, 2010, reaching only 26°C (79°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 14°C (57°F) (October 14, 2023).
- Peak precipitation in October occurred on October 25, 2016, when 30 mm (1.2 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in East Timor in October
Find out more about the weather in East Timor and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of East Timor in October →
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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).
What to Wear in Dili in October
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 28°C (82°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Dili in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming9/10 -
Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Dili 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Dili
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