March · Timor-Leste
Best time to visit Dili in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dili in March
Average temperature 27°C, 190 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
4.1/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 190 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Dili scores 4.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 190 mm of rain, and roughly 29 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.
March in Dili — off-season conditions
March averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 87%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 190 mm — wet for this destination — but about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 4.1/10 here, 10th 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.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? August scores 3.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dili in March?
- In March, Dili averages 27°C, 190 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.1/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Dili?
- March earns a 4.1/10 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 March?
- Expect about 190 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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