December · Timor-Leste
Best time to visit Baucau in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Baucau in December
Average temperature 24°C, 296 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 296 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Baucau scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 296 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Baucau is Timor-Leste's second urban center, known for a colonial-era old town, banyan trees, markets, limestone landscapes, and eastern road connections.
December in Baucau: expect compromises
At 24°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in December, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 296 mm, but with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4.7/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Baucau — 4.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Baucau in December?
- In December, Baucau averages 24°C, 296 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Baucau?
- December earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Baucau in December?
- Expect about 296 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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