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Metinaro, Timor Leste

Dili Municipality · Timor Leste

Metinaro is a small town in Dili Municipality, Timor Leste with a population of 4,000. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

4,000 Population 58/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
18.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dili Timezone

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About Metinaro

Metinaro

Metinaro is a town and administrative post in the Metinaro Subdistrict, located in the Dili Municipality of Timor-Leste. Situated along the northern coastline of the island, it lies northeast of the capital city, Dili, and is part of the region's expanding infrastructure.

People

Population4,000
Density58/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population4,000
Population Density58 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates-8.5301°, 125.7416°
TimezoneAsia/Dili
Country🇹🇱 Timor Leste
State / ProvinceDili Municipality
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation18.2 inches (461 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Metinaro

Metinaro is a small town in Timor Leste (Dili Municipality) with a population of 4,000. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 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 Metinaro

Metinaro 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 150.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 124.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 143.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 72.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 91.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 10.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 19.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 19.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 45.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 135.0
Metinaro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average82.0°F
52% above Timor Leste avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area69.0 sq mi (178.6 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates-8.5301°N, 125.7416°W
TimezoneAsia/Dili

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below Timor Leste avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 10.16"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

458 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 21, 2025.

May 14, 1995 27 km NNW of Maubara, Timor Leste M6.9 70 km
Jul 4, 1991 81 km NW of Maubara, Timor Leste M6.9 126 km
May 21, 1991 106 km N of Baukau, Timor Leste M6.6 143 km
Dec 5, 1995 25 km WNW of Atambua, Indonesia M6.4 130 km
Apr 19, 2008 79 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M6.1 80 km
Apr 19, 2008 72 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M6.0 73 km
Aug 28, 2003 131 km N of Manatutu, Timor Leste M6.0 138 km
Apr 21, 1997 127 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M5.9 128 km
Jun 15, 2015 47 km S of Suai, Timor Leste M5.8 145 km
Mar 20, 2005 84 km NNW of Maubara, Timor Leste M5.8 120 km
Jul 4, 1991 76 km NW of Maubara, Timor Leste M5.7 123 km
Feb 11, 1992 16 km SSW of Atambua, Indonesia M5.7 128 km
Mar 3, 2016 50 km S of Suai, Timor Leste M5.6 145 km
Apr 20, 2008 75 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M5.6 76 km
Mar 17, 2006 127 km NNW of Likisá, Timor Leste M5.6 139 km
Feb 10, 2014 87 km WNW of Maubara, Timor Leste M5.5 138 km
Apr 2, 2020 65 km N of Metinaro, Timor Leste M5.5 66 km
May 20, 1994 67 km NW of Maubara, Timor Leste M5.5 114 km
May 20, 1994 67 km NW of Maubara, Timor Leste M5.5 111 km
Jan 2, 2004 29 km NNW of Dili, Timor Leste M5.4 37 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 77 km
2004 KEPULAUAN ALOR Earthquake 2.0 m 34 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Sirung (177 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sirung Complex 862 m (2,828 ft) 2015 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 9.7 in Warmest
February 76°F (25°C) 10.2 in Wettest
March 76°F (25°C) 8.0 in
April 76°F (24°C) 6.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in
June 74°F (23°C) 3.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 2.0 in
August 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Coldest
September 74°F (24°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in
November 78°F (26°C) 4.9 in
December 77°F (25°C) 9.7 in

Metinaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 73°F in August to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.2") and September the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Metinaro

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Departamento Informatic
Eskola SMP Hera
EBC HERA
EBC
EBC no. 1 Metinaro
EBF Lebutun
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Museums in Metinaro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Nacional Chega
Chega! Exhibition
Museum Resistensia de Timor-Leste

Libraries in Metinaro

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca de Aileu0.0
Biblioteka do Cospepal0.0
Library PBI0.0
Xanana Gusmao Cultural Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Metinaro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coffee market
Fruit and Vegetable market
Halilaran Market
Market Lakbo
Mercado Aileu Villa
Mercado de Manleuana
Mercado Fahi - Soi
Mercado Remexio
Mercado Solerema
Merkado Tuan
Merkado/Basar Mantane, Laclo
Merkadu Aldeia Tahagamu
Merkadu Basar Fatin
Merkadu Manleuana
merkadu terminal becora
Rosa
Taibesi Market
Tais Market
Tais Market

Monuments in Metinaro

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

no asfalt on road

Gas Stations in Metinaro

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TL #435794835
TL #6987059812

Stadiums & Teams in Metinaro

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Metinaro

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Presidente Nicolau Lobato International AirportDILLarge Airport
Baucau AirportBCHMedium Airport
Atauro AirportAUTSmall Airport
Maliana AirportMPTSmall Airport
Same AirportSmall Airport
Viqueque AirportVIQSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Metinaro

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kapela FECT
Kapela FECT Hera
San Elias

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 Metinaro

What is the population of Metinaro?

Metinaro has a population of 4,000 residents and is located in Timor Leste. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 69.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Metinaro?

Metinaro 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.

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