May · Timor-Leste
Best time to visit Dili in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dili in May
Average temperature 28°C, 102 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 102 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Dili scores 5.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 28°C, 102 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.
May in Dili — middling scores, decent value
May averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 73%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 102 mm — wet for this destination — but about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 5.5/10 here, 6th 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 mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? August scores 2.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dili in May?
- In May, Dili averages 28°C, 102 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Dili?
- May earns a 5.5/10 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 May?
- Expect about 102 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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