UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Dili, Timor-Leste 
will be up to 11.1, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-09
UV index at 11.1 in Dili means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
The UV index in Dili, Timor-Leste, is often high, especially during the dry season, frequently reaching levels above 10, which means strong sun exposure for much of the year. Dili has two main seasons: a hot, dry season from May to October and a warm, rainy season from November to April, with humidity higher during the rainy months. Compared to neighboring countries like Indonesia and Australia, Dili experiences a tropical climate with less variation in temperature but a distinct wet and dry season, similar to coastal areas in East Timor and nearby islands.
See the UV index hour by hour for Dili, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.