An-Nur Mosque (Dili) Mosque

Largest mosque in Dili and community landmark

In Dili, An-Nur Mosque serves the local Muslim community; visitors interested in contemporary religious life and community events sometimes include it on city walks.

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An-Nur Mosque (Dili) at a Glance#

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How to Get to An-Nur Mosque (Dili)#

The mosque is in Dili Municipality and reachable on foot or by short taxi ride from the city center; use local directions as the city’s streets are compact and walkable.

Tips for Visiting An-Nur Mosque (Dili)#

  • Coordinate visits outside Friday prayer times for quieter exploration by non-worshippers.
  • Dress modestly out of respect during visits; women may be asked to cover shoulders and hair in some areas.
  • Local guides can provide context on Islam in Timor-Leste and the mosque's role after independence.

Best Time to Visit An-Nur Mosque (Dili)#

Best in the dry season for city exploration and more predictable weather.

Dry Season (May-Oct)
May-Oct · 25°C to 30°C
More comfortable for walking and city exploration.
Wet Season (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · 24°C to 32°C
Hotter and more humid; afternoon storms are common.

Weather & Climate near An-Nur Mosque (Dili)#

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (877 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 51 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 25° - 31° 32° 147 mm overcast 82% 3.2 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.4h
February Good 24° - 31° 32° 131 mm overcast 84% 2.8 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.3h
March Good 24° - 32° 31° 133 mm overcast 81% 2.1 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 23° - 32° 31° 84 mm partly cloudy 75% 1.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.8h
May Very Good 23° - 32° 30° 87 mm partly cloudy 74% 2.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.6h
June Excellent 22° - 31° 27° 42 mm partly cloudy 71% 3.4 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
July Ideal 21° - 31° 26° 13 mm some cloud 69% 3.6 m/s 2.0 very high 11.6h
August Ideal 21° - 31° 26° 9 mm mostly sunny 65% 3.4 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.7h
September Ideal 21° - 32° 26° 14 mm mostly sunny 62% 3.5 m/s 2.7 extreme 11.9h
October Ideal 22° - 32° 29° 22 mm some cloud 61% 2.4 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.2h
November Very Good 24° - 33° 30° 61 mm partly cloudy 64% 2.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.4h
December Good 24° - 32° 32° 134 mm overcast 77% 2.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.5h

Nearby Attractions to An-Nur Mosque (Dili)#

Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Dili
Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Dili
Dili cathedral serving the Roman Catholic community
Church 1.3 km
Cristo Rei of Dili
Cristo Rei of Dili
Large Christ statue overlooking Dili Bay
Nature Reserve 6.2 km