Indonesia Lombok Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Lombok is moderate
Lombok Weather in December — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 31° / 24°
- Rainfall
- 280mm · 18 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Lombok in December averages a high of 31°C and low of 24°C with 280mm of rain over about 18 days. Wet season established. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain jacket + dry bag for electronics. Light layer for AC. Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+ for morning sun.
December is moderate for Lombok.
December is wet season established + Australian/European Christmas-NYE peak inbound. 280mm rainfall, 18 rainy days, 2x November. Daily afternoon-to-evening storms reliable. Mt Rinjani closure imminent (full closure January 1).
Christmas-NYE week (Dec 22-Jan 2) drives Lombok's second-highest pricing of the year — Senggigi 4-star $140-260/night, MAHAMAYA Gili Meno honeymoon villa $280-500. Tugu Lombok + Jeeva Klui $400-800. Book 3-4 months ahead.
Travel score
Christmas-NYE peak + wet season established + last Mt Rinjani days
December Weather at a Glance
December averages 88°F / 31°C highs and 75°F / 24°C lows with 18 rainy days and 280mm rainfall — wet season established. Humidity 81%. UV 11. Sunshine 6 hours daily. Sea 29°C ideal. Mornings show consistent sun breaks; afternoon-to-evening storms 14:00-22:00. Christmas-NYE peak Dec 22-Jan 2.
December Travel Advice
Christmas-NYE week (Dec 22-Jan 2): book 3-4 months ahead, expect 2x pricing. Pre-Christmas first 3 weeks are smart-money value window. Mt Rinjani trek last days — closes January 1. NYE Gili Trawangan beach party books 1-2 months ahead.
Flying In from Overseas
Year's second-peak inbound — Australian summer vacation + European Christmas escape + Russian long-haul charter peak. Direct flights from Seoul-Bali $500-900 NYE week, Tokyo-Bali $400-700, Sydney-Bali $500-850, London-Bali $1,000-1,500. Most expensive Christmas window. Pre-Christmas first 3 weeks 40-50% cheaper.
December Pricing Trends
Year's second-highest pricing Dec 22-Jan 2: Senggigi 4-star $140-260/night, Kuta Lombok boutique $180-400, Tugu Lombok luxury $480-900, Gili Meno MAHAMAYA $280-550. Pre-Christmas first 3 weeks: Senggigi 4-star $50-110, MAHAMAYA $170-370. Flights from Seoul-Bali $600-1,000 NYE.
Lombok December Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
18
280mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
81%
high
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
29°C
swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
11 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- NYE Gili Trawangan beach party
- Lush green wet-season Lombok
- Pre-Christmas first weeks value window
- Honeymoon NYE villas
Cons
- Christmas-NYE week year's 2nd-highest pricing
- Mt Rinjani closure imminent (Jan 1)
- Wet season fully established
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas-NYE peak (Dec 22-Jan 2) — year's highest pricing
- Wet season fully established
- Mt Rinjani closure imminent (Jan 1)
- NYE Gili Trawangan beach party + Bali fireworks
Lombok in December — Full Picture
December is wet season established + Australian/European Christmas-NYE peak inbound. 280mm rainfall, 18 rainy days, 2x November. Daily afternoon-to-evening storms reliable. Mt Rinjani closure imminent (full closure January 1).
Christmas-NYE week (Dec 22-Jan 2) drives Lombok's second-highest pricing of the year — Senggigi 4-star $140-260/night, MAHAMAYA Gili Meno honeymoon villa $280-500. Tugu Lombok + Jeeva Klui $400-800. Book 3-4 months ahead.
Other December weeks (first 3 weeks pre-Christmas) are wet-season pricing with shoulder demand — Senggigi 4-star $50-110/night. The December value strategy is early-month visits avoiding Christmas-NYE week.
December signature: NYE Gili Trawangan beach party + island-wide fireworks. Australian/European honeymoon couples increasingly choose Lombok over Bali for quieter NYE alternative.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Wet season established. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain jacket + dry bag for electronics. Light layer for AC. Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+ for morning sun.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31°C
23.7°C
11.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30°C
22°C
3.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
30.7°C
22.7°C
6/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current31°C
24°C
20/mo
Lombok Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31° | 24° | 22d·360mm | 5.5h | 84% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 20d·320mm | 6h | 84% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 16d·230mm | 7h | 82% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 11d·150mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 31° | 23° | 7d·80mm | 9h | 76% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 30° | 22° | 5d·50mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 30° | 22° | 3d·30mm | 10h | 71% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 30° | 22° | 2d·20mm | 11h | 70% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 30° | 22° | 3d·30mm | 11h | 71% | 12 | Busy | Shoulder |
| October (Best) | 31° | 23° | 5d·50mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 31° | 23° | 10d·130mm | 9h | 76% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 18d·280mm | 6h | 81% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Lombok?
Lombok in December is moderate. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Lombok in December?
Lombok December averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Lombok in December?
Lombok December averages 280mm of rainfall over about 18 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lombok in December?
Wet season established. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain jacket + dry bag for electronics. Light layer for AC. Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+ for morning sun.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lombok in December?
Lombok December sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 18:15, with 12h 15min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lombok in December?
Lombok December air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 11μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lombok in December?
In December, Lombok is great for NYE Gili Trawangan beach party, Senggigi NYE dinner package, MAHAMAYA Gili Meno honeymoon NYE.
Is December peak season in Lombok?
Lombok December crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.