Month guide · Lombok · Indonesia
Lombok in December
What December 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
December is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 18 rainy days and roughly 12.6 hours of daylight. Wet and humid, with a spike in visitors and prices over Christmas and New Year.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 18
- Daylight
- About 12.6 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in December
December is the 9th-warmest month in Lombok: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 18 of its 31 days. Compared with November (32°C (90°F)), December is about as warm; by January highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 December)
- About 05:52
- Sunset (15 December)
- About 18:29
- Daylight
- About 12.6 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Dry season (May–September). Sunny, dry days, cool nights in the mountains, calm seas for diving and the best trekking weather; busiest in July and August.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, December rates 3 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: December is one of the pricier months.
Events in December
- Christmas and New Year holiday peak
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in December
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Viewpoint · Kuta and Mandalika
Bukit Merese
This grassy headland between Tanjung Aan and the Mandalika coast rises above the sea with views over the bays, the cliffs and the surf.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Couples
- Photo spot
Beach · Selong Belanak
Selong Belanak
Book a lesson in the morning when the waves are smaller and the wind lighter.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Active
- Kids
- Outdoors
Beach · Kuta and Mandalika
Mawun Beach
Mawun is a deep, horseshoe-shaped bay enclosed by green hills, about 20 minutes west of Kuta.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Kids
Historic site · Central Lombok
Sade village
A guided walk is expected; agree on a donation or fee at the start and buy weaving directly from the makers if you want a souvenir.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Shopping
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Lombok.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 24°C and 18 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is December a good time to visit Lombok?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, May–September are better overall. Compare every month.
Lombok in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is December a good time to visit Lombok?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Wet and humid, with a spike in visitors and prices over Christmas and New Year.
+How warm is Lombok in December?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Lombok in December?
Expect rain on about 18 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.