December · Timor-Leste
Best time to visit Atauro in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Atauro in December
Average temperature 25°C, 188 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 188 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Atauro scores 5.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 188 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Atauro is a mountainous island north of Dili, with coral reefs, clear water, village life, hiking, and community-based marine tourism.
December in Atauro — middling scores, decent value
December averages 25°C (76°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 188 mm — wet for this destination — but about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 5.7/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 3.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Atauro in December?
- In December, Atauro averages 25°C, 188 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Atauro?
- December earns a 5.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Atauro in December?
- Expect about 188 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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