Dili in January
The weather in January
In January, Dili averages daytime highs of 30° and night-time lows of 25° — hot weather by day. Expect around 180 mm of precipitation spread over about 21 wet days, with average cloud cover near 64%.
Temperatures are much the same as in December, and February brings little change. The sea averages 29°, comfortably warm for swimming.
January scores 34/100 — poor conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 11th of the twelve months for Dili. For the most comfortable weather, consider June, July and August instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:30 and sets at 19:04 local time, giving 12 h 34 min of daylight. Days shorten by 8 minutes over the month.
Why 34/100?
How the score for January is builtBeach score this month: 59/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
East Timor's best in January
Dili in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Dili?
January scores 34/100 for Dili, which we rate as poor. Average highs are 30°C with 21 wet days.
How warm is Dili in January?
Daytime highs average 30°C and night-time lows 25°C in January.
Does it rain a lot in Dili in January?
Dili receives about 180 mm of precipitation in January, falling on around 21 days.
Can you swim in Dili in January?
The sea averages 29°C in January, warm enough for most swimmers.