Updated Jan 18, 2026
KEY STATS
150K
Population
179 km2
Area
79 Mbps
Internet
UTC+09:00
Timezone
DIL (6km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Dili is a capital city in Timor-Leste with a population of 150K. Internet speeds average 79 Mbps download. The city has 1,000 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Timor-Leste
Region
South-Eastern Asia
Population
150K
Timezone
UTC+09:00
Language
Portuguese
Status
Capital City
Airport
DIL
GPS
-8.56, 125.57
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
79 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
History
Founded around 1520 — over 506 years of history
Connections
Dili has 5 sister cities worldwide
Travel
DIL airport just 6 km from the city center
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,000 total POIs 5.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
154
Cafes
35
Bars
7
Fast Food
7
Shopping
Supermarkets
41
Convenience
69
Shopping Malls
5
Healthcare
Hospitals
14
Clinics
23
Pharmacies
20
Education
Schools
143
Universities
35
Libraries
2
Recreation
Parks
36
Playgrounds
1
Sports
35
Cinemas
1
Museums
4
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
1
Train Stations
8
Fuel Stations
23
Services
Banks
22
ATMs
28
Post Offices
3
Police
28
Fire Stations
4
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
79 Mbps
Download
22 Mbps
Upload
56ms
Latency
5,309
Tests
658
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
27°
J
27°
F
27°
M
27°
A
28°
M
28°
J
28°
J
28°
A
28°
S
27°
O
27°
N
27°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 27.2 C Range: 27.8 - 26.6 C Rain: 1,587 mm/year Sunshine: 3,783 h/year
CITY SCORES
90.5
Nomad Index
D
Livability
45.0
Culture
54.8
Overall
AIRPORT
DIL
Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport
6 km from center
Very close — ~9 min ride
FUN FACTS
Dili (Portuguese and Tetum: Díli) is the capital and largest city of Timor-Leste.
It lies on the northern coast of the island of Timor, in a small area of flat land hemmed in by mountains.
The city has served as the economic hub and chief port of what is now Timor-Leste since its designation as the capital of Portuguese Timor in 1769.
It also serves as the capital of the Dili Municipality, which includes some rural subdivisions in addition to the urban ones that make up the city itself.
Dili's growing population is relatively youthful, being mostly of working age.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Dili known for?
Dili is a city in Timor-Leste. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Dili?
Dili has an average download speed of 79 Mbps and upload speed of 22 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Dili?
Dili has an average year-round temperature of approximately 27.2 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Dili?
Dili is served by DIL (Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport), approximately 6 km from the city center.
What is the population of Dili?
The population of Dili is approximately 150K.
What infrastructure does Dili have?
Dili has 1,000 mapped points of interest, including 154 restaurants, 14 hospitals, 143 schools.
What country is Dili in?
Dili is located in Timor-Leste.
