May · Timor-Leste
Best time to visit Atauro in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Atauro in May
Average temperature 25°C, 27 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.4/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 27 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Atauro scores 8.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 27 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.
May holds up well in Atauro — 5th best month
May averages 25°C (77°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Expect 27 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 daylight hours.
It scores 8.4/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 9.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Atauro in May?
- In May, Atauro averages 25°C, 27 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Atauro?
- May earns a 8.4/10 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 May?
- Expect about 27 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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