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Atauro, Timor Leste
Dili Municipality · Timor Leste
Atauro is a small city in Dili Municipality, Timor Leste with a population of 9,274. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Atauro
Atauro, also known as Kambing Island, is an island and municipality of Timor-Leste. Atauro is a small oceanic island situated north of Dili, on the extinct Wetar segment of the volcanic Inner Banda Arc, between the Indonesian islands of Alor and Wetar. The nearest island is the Indonesian island of Liran, 13.0 km (8.1 mi) to the northeast. At the 2015 census, it had 9,274 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,274 |
| Population Density | 7,664 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.2667°, 125.6014° |
| Timezone | Asia/Dili |
| Country | 🇹🇱 Timor Leste |
| State / Province | Dili Municipality |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.2 inches (461 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Atauro
Atauro is a small city in Timor Leste (Dili Municipality) with a population of 9,274. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dili.
Climate in Atauro
Atauro has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 858 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.0°F |
| 52% above Timor Leste avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,664/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.2667°N, 125.6014°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Dili |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | TIMOR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 64 km |
| 2004 | KEPULAUAN ALOR | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 34 | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Sirung (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sirung | Complex | 862 m (2,828 ft) | 2015 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in |
Atauro has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in August to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.7") and September the driest (0.2").
Schools in Atauro
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuola Basico Filial de Beloi | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Atauro
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Atauro
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Atauro
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Atauro
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Atauro
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport | DIL | Large Airport |
| Atauro Airport | AUT | Small Airport |
| Maliana Airport | MPT | Small Airport |
| Same Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wetar Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Atauro
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Paroqui |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atauro
What is the population of Atauro?
Atauro has a population of 9,274 residents and is located in Timor Leste. The population density is 7,664 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atauro?
Atauro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches.