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Luro, Timor Leste

Lautém · Timor Leste

Luro is a small town in Lautém, Timor Leste with a population of 2,839. Elevation: 1,381 ft (421 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,839 Population 12/sq mi density
1,381 ft Elevation 421 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
60.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dili Timezone

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About Luro

Luro

Luro, officially Luro Administrative Post, is an administrative post in Lautém municipality, Timor-Leste; Luro is also the name of two of its towns.

People

Population2,839
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain60.7 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation1,381 ft (421 m)
Population2,839
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation1,381 ft (421 m)
Coordinates-8.5433°, 126.8331°
TimezoneAsia/Dili
Country🇹🇱 Timor Leste
State / ProvinceLautém
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation60.7 inches (1,541 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Luro

Luro is a small town in Timor Leste (Lautém) with a population of 2,839. The city sits at an elevation of 1,381 feet (421 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dili.

Luro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,381 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above Timor Leste avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,381 ft (421 m)
Area240.9 sq mi (623.9 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-8.5433°N, 126.8331°W
TimezoneAsia/Dili

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.7"
60% above Timor Leste avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.07"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

596 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6.

May 21, 1991 106 km N of Baukau, Timor Leste M6.6 119 km
May 27, 2022 37 km NE of Lospalos, Timor Leste M6.2 52 km
Apr 19, 2008 79 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M6.1 149 km
Apr 19, 2008 72 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M6.0 143 km
Feb 23, 2013 51 km E of Lospalos, Timor Leste M5.9 70 km
Nov 8, 1998 139 km N of Lospalos, Timor Leste M5.7 145 km
Apr 20, 2008 75 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M5.6 148 km
Apr 2, 2020 65 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M5.5 142 km
Jul 27, 2010 128 km N of Baukau, Timor Leste M5.5 145 km
Apr 2, 2010 111 km NNE of Lospalos, Timor Leste M5.4 124 km
Jan 2, 2004 29 km NNW of Dili, Timor Leste M5.4 150 km
May 27, 1991 100 km N of Baukau, Timor Leste M5.4 111 km
Jul 7, 1999 106 km NNE of Lospalos, Timor Leste M5.4 117 km
Mar 22, 2007 122 km NNE of Lospalos, Timor Leste M5.4 135 km
Apr 19, 2008 73 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M5.4 146 km
Jul 7, 2016 70 km NNE of Baukau, Timor Leste M5.4 71 km
Jul 3, 2001 26 km E of Lospalos, Timor Leste M5.3 45 km
Apr 26, 2011 13 km SE of Aileu, Timor Leste M5.3 132 km
Jul 7, 2016 76 km NNW of Lospalos, Timor Leste M5.3 76 km
Jul 13, 1997 126 km NNE of Baukau, Timor Leste M5.3 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 8.1 in Wettest
February 78°F (25°C) 7.9 in
March 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in
April 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 8.0 in
June 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in Coldest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Driest
October 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in Warmest
December 79°F (26°C) 7.5 in

Luro has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 73°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.1") and September the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Luro

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola paralele 1 e 2 de Abere - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Luro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
mercado
Mercado Lospalos

Airports Near Luro

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baucau AirportBCHMedium Airport
Com Airport-Small Airport
Fuiloro Airfield-Small Airport
John Becker Airport-Small Airport
Lospalos Airfield-Small Airport
Viqueque AirportVIQSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Luro

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dirimuni
Horta do grupo de Fatuk leten
Igreza paroquia de Luro
Vila Rafaek

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Dili

🇹🇱 About Timor Leste

Capital Dili
Population 1,267,972
Area 15,007 km²
GDP (USD) $2,079,767,170
GDP per capita $1,502
HDI 0.634
Life expectancy 67.7 years
Internet users 34.0%
Urban population 28.6%
Currency USD (Dollar)
Languages Portuguese, Tetum
Calling code +670
TLD .tl
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Luro

What is the population of Luro?

Luro has a population of 2,839 residents and is located in Timor Leste. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 240.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Luro?

Luro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.7 inches.

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