January · Timor-Leste
Best time to visit Dili in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dili in January
Average temperature 28°C, 195 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.0/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 195 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Dili scores 4.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 195 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.
January in Dili — off-season conditions
Days in January average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 87% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
195 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 4/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Dili — 3.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dili in January?
- In January, Dili averages 28°C, 195 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Dili?
- January earns a 4.0/10 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 January?
- Expect about 195 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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