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Timor-Leste in July: Weather and What to Expect

Dry season · Best time to visit

Last verified: Climate normals from the national meteorological services; events from official sources

By David

Quick answer · as of October 2026

July is one of the best months to visit Timor-Leste. It is dry, with about 11 mm of rain in Dili, sunny and slightly cooler than the rest of the year, with highs of about 31°C and the coolest nights. Seas are calm, and roads to the east and the mountains are at their most reliable.

Dili high / low
30.7°C / 21.6°C
Rainfall (Dili)
11 mm
Rainy days
2
Sea temperature
About 27°C
Sunshine
8.8 hours a day
Season
Dry season
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Weather in July

July in Dili averages highs of 30.7°C and lows of 21.6°C, with 11 mm of rain over about 2 rainy days. For comparison, the hottest month averages 32.7°C and the wettest, January, gets 175 mm. Dili is one of the driest places in the country; the mountains and the south coast get more rain, and above 1,000 metres nights are cool all year.

Dili climate in July (1991–2020 averages)
MeasureJuly
Average high30.7°C
Average low21.6°C
Rainfall11.2 mm
Days with rain (1 mm or more)1.8
Sunshine8.8 hours a day
Humidity71%
Sea temperatureAbout 27°C
Source: Indonesian Agency for Meteorology (BMKG) and Timor-Leste's Directorate of Meteorology, via Wikipedia; sea temperatures from Climates to Travel.

What July is good for

  • Beaches, diving and snorkelling
  • Mount Ramelau (very cold before dawn)
  • Long road trips
  • Atauro Island

What to watch out for

  • Cold nights in the highlands
  • Peak season: book Atauro lodges ahead

What to pack

  • Light, loose clothes that cover shoulders and knees, a hat and high-factor sunscreen.
  • A warm layer for the mountains, where nights can be cold.
  • Insect repellent: dengue occurs in Timor-Leste, most of all in the wet season.

See the full packing list and the best time to visit.

Frequently asked questions

Is July a good time to visit Timor-Leste?

Yes. July is one of the best months to visit Timor-Leste: it is dry, sunny and good for beaches, diving and road trips.

Does it rain in Timor-Leste in July?

Dili averages 11 mm of rain over about 2 rainy days in July. The mountains and the south coast are usually wetter than Dili.

How hot is Timor-Leste in July?

In Dili, average highs are 30.7°C and lows 21.6°C, with the sea at about 27°C. It is much cooler in the mountains, especially at night.

Sources

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