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Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 30° 21° | 29° 20° | 31° 20° | 32° 20° | 29° 19° | 30° 19° | 30° 20° |
| Precipitation | 6% | 62% | 44% | 44% | 37% | 23% | 35% |
| Humidity | 58% | 63% | 58% | 52% | 55% | 58% | 65% |
| Wind | 22 km/h | 18 km/h | 10 km/h | 17 km/h | 13 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h |
Best time to visit Timor-Leste
The best time to visit Dili is June to September, when conditions are sunny and dry for beaches, diving, sightseeing and inland journeys. May and October can also work, though showers may affect some plans. Rain is more disruptive from November to April, when flooding, difficult roads and tropical cyclone risk are noted.
JanuaryTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)138Sun Hours8Dry Days8
January is wet and tropical, around 21-29°C, with heavy rain, flooding and difficult mountain roads. It is peak tropical cyclone season; a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
FebruaryTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)115Sun Hours8Dry Days6
February is rainy and humid, around 21-29°C, with flooding and challenging rural roads. It is peak tropical cyclone season; a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
MarchTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)131Sun Hours9Dry Days9
March is wet and green, around 20-29°C, with rain that can flood roads and hinder mountain journeys. It is peak tropical cyclone season; a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
AprilTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)68Sun Hours9Dry Days15
April is rainy and warm, around 20-29°C, with muddy or flooded rural roads possible. There is tropical cyclone risk this month; a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
MayTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)40Sun Hours9Dry Days20
May is warm, around 18-29°C, with generally dry weather and clearer skies, though showers remain possible. Coastal outings and sightseeing are practical in these conditions.
JuneTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)12Sun Hours10Dry Days25
June is sunny and dry, around 18-29°C, with clear conditions for coastal outings, sightseeing and inland journeys. Rain-related disruption is uncommon during this month.
JulyTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)11Sun Hours9Dry Days26
July is dry and clear, around 18-28°C, with limited rainfall for beaches, sightseeing and mountain excursions. Rural routes are generally usable in these conditions.
AugustTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)4Sun Hours10Dry Days29
August is sunny and dry, around 17-28°C, with reliable conditions for beaches, diving, viewpoints and outdoor sightseeing. Clear weather supports journeys beyond Dili.
SeptemberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours10Dry Days26
September is dry and bright, around 18-29°C, with limited rain for beaches, diving and travel around the country. Mountain outings and coastal plans suit the clear weather.
OctoberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours10Dry Days22
October is hot, around 19-29°C, with sunny spells and occasional showers. Outdoor plans remain practical, although rain can affect rural roads and mountain journeys.
NovemberTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)79Sun Hours9Dry Days16
November is hot and rainy, around 20-30°C, with green landscapes and potential flooding on rural roads. There is tropical cyclone risk this month; a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
DecemberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)171Sun Hours9Dry Days8
December is wet and tropical, around 20-29°C, with heavy rain, flooding and difficult inland roads. It is peak tropical cyclone season; a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
Sources: responsibletravel.com
Activities are coming soon.
Brief
- Upcoming events: Dili will host the WHO South-East Asia Regional Committee session from 7-10 September 2026, followed by the Darwin-Dili Business and Investment Summit and Invest Timor-Leste Business Forum from 27-30 October 2026. Accommodation and airport transfers may be busier around both periods. (
adaderana.lk |
travelandtourworld.com)
- International air capacity into Dili is limited compared with major Southeast Asian hubs. Confirm flight operating days and book accommodation early, especially for October; no additional summit flights have been announced. (
- Try local dishes such as batar da’an made with corn, beans and pumpkin, and ikan sabuko, grilled fish with tamarind and chilli. Timorese coffee is also a local speciality.
Safety and health
- Dengue: Mosquito-borne dengue is a destination risk. Use repellent, wear clothing that covers the skin, and reduce mosquito exposure. (
cdc.gov)
- Melioidosis: After heavy rain, avoid floodwater, muddy water and contaminated soil, and cover cuts or other open wounds. (
- Tap water is not considered safe to drink without boiling or treatment; use sealed bottled water. Medical facilities may not handle complex emergencies, so travel insurance covering air medical evacuation is strongly advisable. (
wikivoyage.org)
Recent News
- 7-10 September 2026: The WHO South-East Asia Regional Committee will meet in Dili, with the WHO director-general and health ministers among the expected participants. Visitors should allow extra time for airport transfers and check accommodation availability during the session. (
- 27-30 October 2026: Dili is scheduled to host the Darwin-Dili Business and Investment Summit alongside the invitation-based Invest Timor-Leste Business Forum. The concentrated influx of delegates could increase demand for hotels, restaurants and local transport, although attendance figures and extra flights have not been announced. (
