Climate of Timor-Leste — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Timor-Leste. Part of South-eastern Asia, Asia.
Located in South-eastern Asia, Asia, Timor-Leste has a consistently warm climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 22°C / 71.6°F in July to 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January, with annual rainfall totalling around 900 mm / 35.4 in — driest in August (10 mm / 0.4 in), wettest in January (140 mm / 5.5 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.5°C77.9°F | 140 mm5.5″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.5°C77.9°F | 130 mm5.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 25°C77°F | 130 mm5.1″ | Tropical |
| April | 24.5°C76.1°F | 100 mm3.9″ | Tropical |
| May | 23.5°C74.3°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 22.5°C72.5°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 22°C71.6°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 22°C71.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 23°C73.4°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24°C75.2°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| November | 25°C77°F | 90 mm3.5″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.5°C77.9°F | 130 mm5.1″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Timor-Leste?
The best months to visit Timor-Leste for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September. The warmest month is January (25.5°C / 77.9°F average), and the driest is August (~10 mm / 0.4 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Timor-Leste?
Timor-Leste has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 22°C / 71.6°F in July to 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 900 mm / 35.4 in, with the wettest month being January (140 mm / 5.5 in) and the driest August (10 mm / 0.4 in). Regional variation within Timor-Leste can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Timor-Leste?
The hottest month in Timor-Leste is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Timor-Leste?
The coldest month in Timor-Leste is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 22°C / 71.6°F.
When does it rain most in Timor-Leste?
The wettest month in Timor-Leste is January, averaging about 140 mm / 5.5 in of rain. The driest is August with about 10 mm / 0.4 in.