Month guide · Lombok · Indonesia
Lombok in August
What August is really like in Lombok: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Suryanata budi, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
August is one of the best months to visit Lombok. Expect average highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 11.8 hours of daylight. The driest, busiest month; book Gili rooms and Rinjani treks well ahead.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 30°C (86°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in August
August is the coolest month in Lombok: days average 30°C (86°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 31 days. Compared with July (30°C (86°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:25
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 18:14
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Wet season (December–February). Heavy, frequent rain, rough seas on some crossings and Rinjani usually closed, though resorts are quiet outside the holidays.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 5 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: August is one of the pricier months.
Events in August
- Indonesian Independence Day celebrations (17 August)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in August
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Nature · Senaru
Mount Rinjani trek
At 3,726 metres, Rinjani is the second-highest volcano in Indonesia, with a vast caldera holding the turquoise Segara Anak lake and the young active cone of Gunung Barujari.
- Time needed
- 2–4 days
- Cost
- Expensive
- Iconic
- Active
- Nature
- Views
- Outdoors
Nature · Senaru
Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfalls
Wear sandals or shoes you can get wet, as the path to Tiu Kelep wades through a stream; local guides are available at the entrance.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Beach · Kuta and Mandalika
Tanjung Aan
A pair of wide, sheltered bays east of Kuta with fine white sand and calm, turquoise water, separated by a rocky headland.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Kuta and Mandalika
Bukit Merese
Arrive at least 45 minutes before sunset to find a place on the ridge, and bring a torch for the walk down.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Couples
- Photo spot
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Lombok.
What to pack
For highs near 30°C, lows near 21°C and 3 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Lombok?
One of the best months to visit Lombok, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are May–July and September. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Lombok?
It is one of the best months to visit Lombok. The driest, busiest month; book Gili rooms and Rinjani treks well ahead.
+How warm is Lombok in August?
Average highs are around 30°C (86°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Lombok in August?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.