January · Timor-Leste
Best time to visit Atauro in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Atauro in January
Average temperature 24°C, 133 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.4/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 133 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Atauro scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 133 mm of rain, and roughly 29 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.
January in Atauro — workable with trade-offs
At 24°C (75°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
133 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Atauro — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Atauro in January?
- In January, Atauro averages 24°C, 133 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Atauro?
- January earns a 6.4/10 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 January?
- Expect about 133 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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