Average high
31°C
88°F
Wetter-season pattern · plan with conditions
Bali in December
Deep rainy season but also peak holiday season around Christmas and New Year.
Rounded planning averages from the available city dataset—not a forecast for your dates. Check the short-range forecast and local access before exposed activities.
Average low
24°C
75°F
Rainfall
243 mm
20 rain days
Humidity
82%
Regional average
Pattern
Wetter
Not a guarantee
Festive demand plus rain
Balance availability with weather flexibility
December combines festive demand with wet-season variability. Secure the stay and celebration that define the trip, then protect flexibility around road journeys, beaches and sea crossings.
Read festive meal or minimum-stay conditions
Reserve airport transport with generous margin
Keep outdoor bookings movable where possible
Read the month honestly
What to expect in December
Hot and wet. Despite the rain, Christmas and New Year bring massive crowds and peak prices.
What can work well
- Festive atmosphere
- Holiday celebrations
- Warm weather
- Lush scenery
- Festive party atmosphere
- Holiday parties
- Warm ocean
- Peaceful holiday escape
- Much less rain than the south
- Low prices
- Driest December in Bali
- Peaceful holiday atmosphere
- Budget-friendly
- Relaxed holiday atmosphere
- Calmer than west coast
- Family-friendly celebrations
What needs a fallback
- Peak prices around holidays
- Heavy rain
- Extreme traffic in the south
- Very wet
- Holiday crowds and prices
- Peak holiday prices
- Extreme traffic congestion
- Flooded roads common
- Regular rain
- Very quiet — limited nightlife
- Some tours may cancel
- Some rain
- Variable diving conditions
- Remote — limited holiday festivities
- Holiday prices
- Some fast boat cancellations
Choose the base, not a weather icon
Four bases to compare in December
These are planning directions, not a permanent ranking. Exact neighbourhood, activity conditions and the repeated daily route still decide whether a base fits.
Ubud
Culture, food and wellness can complement shorter outdoor windows.
Review destinationSeminyak
Broad dining and indoor choice; exact street and drainage still matter.
Review destinationSanur
A lower-friction coastal routine with services nearby; sea conditions still vary.
Review destinationDenpasar
A focused working-city, market or heritage visit with short local routes.
Review destinationRegional planning averages
Compare Bali locations
The table shows the supplied dataset, rounded for orientation. It cannot represent one beach, valley or travel date and should never replace a current forecast.
Verify the current calendar
Events and ceremonies in December
Dates may follow Balinese calendars or change by organiser. Confirm the current year, venue, access and visitor etiquette before building transport around an event.
Christmas
New Year's Eve celebrations
New Year
Build the resilient version
Prepare once; keep the day flexible
Use the packing owner for qualified gear choices, the transport owner for deadline journeys and the weather overview to compare all months.
Before fixing the route
Bali in December questions
Is December a good time to visit Bali?
It can be, when the wetter-season pattern fits your priorities and you retain flexibility around exposed activities. Compare exact dates, bases, current forecasts and booking terms rather than relying on an island-wide monthly label.
How much rain should I expect in Bali in December?
The dataset used here averages about 243 mm and 20 rain days across its Bali locations, but this is not a forecast. Rain can be local and uneven. Check a short-range forecast before sea, mountain and long-road plans.
What should I pack for Bali in December?
Pack for warm conditions, sun and a possible shower. The exact list depends on activities and luggage limits; use the packing owner to qualify footwear, rain protection, sun layers and water gear without buying duplicates.