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When to visit Lombok?

By La rédaction · Updated 22/05/2026

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"Janvier est la période creuse à Lombok : pluies abondantes, Rinjani fermé, plages du sud avec des houles puissantes. Seuls les voyageurs cherchant l'authenticité et les prix bas s'y aventurent."

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The best periods

The best time to visit Lombok is May to September (dry season). The most recommended months are Janvier, Avril, Mai, Juin, Juillet, Août, Septembre.

Mai, Juin, Jui, Aoû, Sep

Saison sèche — idéale pour le Rinjani et les plages

  • ✅Conditions parfaites pour le trek au Rinjani : sentiers secs, vues dégagées
  • ✅Plages du sud (Tanjung Aan, Mawun) ensoleillées et baignables sans risque
  • ✅Mer calme sur la côte nord-ouest, traversées vers les Gili fiables
  • ✅Températures agréables de 26 à 32 °C avec une légère brise de mer
  • ❌Juillet-août : affluence en hausse, trek au Rinjani complet sur certaines dates
  • ❌Guide et porteurs du Rinjani à réserver très à l'avance en haute saison
Oct, Nov, Déc, Jan, Fév, Mar, Avr

Saison humide — trek déconseillé

  • ✅Lombok luxuriante et verte, paysages de la saison humide exceptionnels
  • ✅Tarifs réduits partout, moins de touristes dans les zones phares
  • ✅Octobre et avril restent souvent agréables
  • ❌Rinjani fermé de décembre à mars (sentiers dangereux, risques de glissements)
  • ❌Plages du sud soumises à de fortes houles, surf parfois dangereux
  • ❌Traversées vers les Gili moins fiables, risques d'annulation

Month-by-month climate

Temperatures, rainfall and sunshine in Lombok across the 12 months.

JanFévMarAvrMaiJuinJuiAoûSepOctNovDéc
Min23°23°23°23°23°22°21°21°22°23°23°23°
Max29°29°29°29°30°29°28°29°29°30°30°29°
Mer28°28°28°28°28°27°27°26°27°28°28°28°
Pluie170mm191mm191mm150mm105mm85mm73mm75mm120mm197mm318mm277mm
Soleil/j8.4h8.3h9h9.7h10.9h10.7h10.3h10.9h11.2h10.8h9.1h8.1h
Janvier
23° - 29°
Sea : 28°
Février
23° - 29°
Sea : 28°
Mars
23° - 29°
Sea : 28°
Avril
23° - 29°
Sea : 28°
Mai
23° - 30°
Sea : 28°
Juin
22° - 29°
Sea : 27°
Juillet
21° - 28°
Sea : 27°
Août
21° - 29°
Sea : 26°
Septembre
22° - 29°
Sea : 27°
Octobre
23° - 30°
Sea : 28°
Novembre
23° - 30°
Sea : 28°
Décembre
23° - 29°
Sea : 28°

Tourist crowds

Monthly attendance levels (0 = empty, 100 = saturated).

Jan
40
Fév
38
Mar
45
Avr
55
Mai
65
Jui
70
Jui
85
Aoû
88
Sep
72
Oct
60
Nov
48
Déc
50

Average flight prices

Average round-trip Paris → Lombok by month.

Jan
720€
Fév
680€
Mar
650€
Avr
620€
Mai
590€
Jui
580€
Jui
700€
Aoû
720€
Sep
640€
Oct
610€
Nov
650€
Déc
750€

Frequently asked questions

How do you get to Lombok from Bali?+
Two main options. By air, a 30-minute flight from Denpasar (DPS) to Lombok International (LOP) on Garuda, Lion Air or Batik Air costs USD 25-65 one-way. By sea, fast boats from Bali's Padangbai or Serangan ports reach Bangsal or Senggigi on Lombok in 2-3 hours for 400,000-700,000 IDR (USD 25-45). To go straight to the Gili Islands, the fast boat is the quickest option. Cheaper but slower: the public ferry from Padangbai to Lembar (4-5 hours, USD 3-5).
Is the Mount Rinjani trek difficult?+
The Rinjani climb is physically demanding. The short version (2 days/1 night to Lake Segara Anak in the crater) suits well-conditioned hikers without mountaineering experience. The full summit climb (3,726 m) over 3 days/2 nights demands a solid fitness base — the final 6-8 hours of ascent are tough. A licensed guide is mandatory and the national park is closed from December through March. Book through agencies in Senaru or Sembalun, and bring proper layers for the cold summit nights.
Which is the best beach in Lombok?+
Tanjung Aan is often the first answer: two contiguous bays of turquoise and emerald water, distinctive two-tone sand, and an easy daytime calm outside of local weekends. Mawun (shallow water, perfect for non-swimmers) and Selong Belanak (3 km of white sand, soft surf for beginners) are equally spectacular. The northern beaches around Senggigi are closer to Mataram but less photogenic. For travellers basing on the southern coast, Tanjung Aan is the daily-return swim spot.
How do you get around in Lombok?+
Public transport is essentially non-existent for visitors. A scooter (80,000-120,000 IDR per day, USD 5-8) is the most flexible option, but roads outside the tourist zones can be in poor shape. A car with driver (600,000-800,000 IDR per day, USD 40-55) is ideal for day trips to the southern beaches or for transfers between regions. Grab works only in Mataram and the immediate surrounding area — beyond that, you are on your own.
What is Sasak culture and how do you experience it?+
The Sasak are the dominant ethnic group on __Lombok__ (around 75% of the population), Muslim by faith and distinct from Bali in language, architecture and customs. The village of Sade (near Kuta Lombok) is the most accessible introduction to traditional Sasak architecture, ikat-weaving women and local crafts. Banyumulek (pottery), Sukarara (ikat weaving) and Loyok (bamboo work) are other craft villages worth a visit. Engage respectfully — these are working villages, not staged displays — and small purchases support the artisans directly.
Is Lombok safe after the 2018 earthquake?+
Yes — __Lombok__ has been fully operational since the post-quake reconstruction. The tourist zones (Senggigi, Kuta Lombok, the southern beaches) have been rebuilt and are accessible. The international airport operates normally. The region remains seismically active, like the rest of the Indonesian archipelago — familiarise yourself with tsunami safety procedures if staying on the coast, and check evacuation routes with your accommodation.
Can you surf in Lombok?+
Yes — surf on __Lombok__ is excellent, particularly around Kuta Lombok. Gerupuk (reached by boat from the beach) offers several breaks for different levels, with sheltered inside sections for beginners and bigger outside sections for experienced surfers. Desert Point (Bangko Bangko), on the south-west tip, is one of the most renowned breaks in Indonesia for advanced surfers — a long, hollow left-hander of world-class quality. Bring your own board if you can; rentals exist but the selection is more limited than in Bali.

Our verdict

Lombok is the Indonesian destination travellers most often regret not staying longer on. The island delivers an unusually rounded experience: the Rinjani trek for the volcanic-adventure crowd, beaches that hold their own against the best in Asia, an authentic Sasak culture and a streamlined logistical setup thanks to the proximity of the Gili Islands. For travellers ready to trade a slice of Bali's comfort for wilder landscapes and real authenticity, Lombok is one of the most satisfying revelations in the region.

The practical recipe: combine Lombok with the Gili Islands over a 7-to-10-day window. Start with two days of diving on Gili Trawangan, cross to Lombok for two more days on the southern beaches, then tackle the Rinjani trek if your fitness allows. Travel between May and September for the best window — May, June and September offer the strongest balance of weather and crowd levels. Skip the wet-season months (December to March) if you want the volcano on the menu. Book guides and fast boats well ahead in summer, and treat Lombok as the main event rather than a Bali side-trip — it earns the billing.

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