December · Timor-Leste
Best time to visit Dili in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dili in December
Average temperature 28°C, 249 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
3.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 249 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Dili scores 3.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 249 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dili is Timor-Leste's waterfront capital, with Portuguese and resistance history, markets, beaches, memorials, and mountain views toward Atauro.
December in Dili — off-season conditions
December averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 86%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
249 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3.7/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 7.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? August scores 4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dili in December?
- In December, Dili averages 28°C, 249 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Dili?
- December earns a 3.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dili in December?
- Expect about 249 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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