Climate Insights for Manatuto
Climate Overview
The climate in Manatuto is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,422 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 281 mm of rainfall. Manatuto sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Manatuto is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 56 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 11 in of rainfall. Manatuto sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Manatuto sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Manatuto sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 71°F to 90°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 71°F and an average of 77°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Manatuto is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,422 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 281 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 mm. That's 279 mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Manatuto is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 56 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.7 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 11.1 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 11 in less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Manatuto is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Manatuto is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Manatuto is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 20 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 21°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Manatuto is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 90°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 71°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Manatuto based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Manatuto based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.