The short answer
When to go to Lombok
The most comfortable months are May to September, when rain is light, the air is less humid and roads and trails are easier. August is the driest month and the busiest, so book hotels and drivers early. October and November bring the first rains, and December to February is the wettest, with heavy afternoon downpours and rougher seas, though mornings are often clear. The figures here are for Mataram on the west coast; the south is drier and Rinjani is much cooler. Older travellers should avoid midday outdoor sights in any season.
Month by month
Lombok weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 22°C | 290 mm | Peak wet season; heavy, frequent rain. | |
| February | 31°C | 23°C | 237 mm | Still very wet; roads and trails can flood. | |
| March | 31°C | 22°C | 170 mm | Rain easing but showers remain common. | |
| April | 31°C | 22°C | 114 mm | Drier, green landscape, fewer visitors. | |
| May | 31°C | 21°C | 108 mm | Dry season begins; warm and comfortable. | |
| June | 30°C | 20°C | 72 mm | Dry and slightly cooler; good for beaches. | |
| July | 30°C | 19°C | 77 mm | Coolest month; good for sightseeing. | |
| August | 30°C | 20°C | 54 mm | Driest month; busy with visitors. | |
| September | 31°C | 21°C | 62 mm | Dry and warm; Rinjani trekking season. | |
| October | 31°C | 22°C | 126 mm | Rain builds late; MotoGP crowds possible. | |
| November | 31°C | 23°C | 190 mm | Wet season starts; afternoon downpours. | |
| December | 31°C | 23°C | 282 mm | Heavy rain returns; humid and wet. |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Lombok seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: May, June, July, August and September
- May: Dry season begins; warm and comfortable.
- June: Dry and slightly cooler; good for beaches.
- July: Coolest month; good for sightseeing.
- August: Driest month; busy with visitors.
- September: Dry and warm; Rinjani trekking season.
Good, with small trade-offs: April and October
- April: Drier, green landscape, fewer visitors.
- October: Rain builds late; MotoGP crowds possible.
Possible, with planning: March and November
- March: Rain easing but showers remain common.
- November: Wet season starts; afternoon downpours.
Best avoided with parents or children: January, February and December
- January: Peak wet season; heavy, frequent rain.
- February: Still very wet; roads and trails can flood.
- December: Heavy rain returns; humid and wet.
Useful answers
Best time to visit Lombok: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Lombok?
May, June, July, August and September are the best months to visit Lombok, with April and October also good. The most comfortable months are May to September, when rain is light, the air is less humid and roads and trails are easier. August is the driest month and the busiest, so book hotels and drivers early. October and November bring the first rains, and December to February is the wettest, with heavy afternoon downpours and rougher seas, though mornings are often clear. The figures here are for Mataram on the west coast; the south is drier and Rinjani is much cooler. Older travellers should avoid midday outdoor sights in any season.
Which months should I avoid in Lombok with elderly parents?
January, February and December are the months to avoid with older travellers. Peak wet season; heavy, frequent rain. Still very wet; roads and trails can flood.
When does it rain most in Lombok?
January is the wettest month, with about 290 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 31°C.