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Lifau, Timor Leste
Oecusse · Timor Leste
Lifau is a small town in Oecusse, Timor Leste with a population of 1,938. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lifau
Lifau is a village and suco in the Timor-Leste exclave of Oecusse District. The village is located west of the mouth of the Tono River. 1,938 people live in the suco.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,938 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2028°, 124.3088° |
| Timezone | Asia/Dili |
| Country | 🇹🇱 Timor Leste |
| State / Province | Oecusse |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.0 inches (1,220 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lifau
Lifau is a small town in Timor Leste (Oecusse) with a population of 1,938. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dili.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Timor Leste avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 138.0 sq mi (357.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2028°N, 124.3088°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Dili |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | LOMBLEN ISLAND [LEMBATA] | Meteorological | 9.0 m | 1,239 | 111 km |
| 1995 | TIMOR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 117 km |
| 2004 | KEPULAUAN ALOR | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 34 | 132 km |
| 1891 | TIMOR SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 41 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sirung (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sirung | Complex | 862 m (2,828 ft) | 2015 | 80 km |
| Iliwerung | Complex | 1,018 m (3,340 ft) | 2013 | 110 km |
| Ililabalekan | Stratovolcano | 1,018 m (3,340 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Iliboleng | Stratovolcano | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | 1993 | 150 km |
| Lewotobi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,703 m (5,587 ft) | 2003 | 184 km |
| Leroboleng | Complex | 1,095 m (3,593 ft) | 2003 | 187 km |
| Ilimuda | Stratovolcano | 881 m (2,890 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in |
Lifau has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in August to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.8") and September the driest (0.2").
Schools in Lifau
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EBFC 30 De Agosto Masin | - | - | - | - |
| EBF Biseo, 116 | - | - | - | - |
| EBF Roti | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Técnico de Agrícola Masin | - | - | - | - |
| EBC Tulaika | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Lifau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maumate Market | |||||
| Mercado de Numbei |
Hotels in Lifau
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lifau
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lifau
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oecusse Route of the Sandalwood International Airport | OEC | Large Airport |
| AA Bere Tallo (Haliwen) Airport | ABU | Small Airport |
| Mena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naikliu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lifau
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela São José Operário | |
| Capela Sta-Lucia de Nunu-Heno | |
| Igerja Evangelica Visao Cristao de Timor Leste | |
| Igreja São Miguel Arcanjo de Padiae | |
| Kapela Samoro | |
| Kapela Sao Jose Operario Padiae |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lifau
What is the population of Lifau?
Lifau has a population of 1,938 residents and is located in Timor Leste. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 138.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lifau?
Lifau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches.