Bali travel guide
Bali in December has daytime highs near 31°C, lows near 24°C and about 280 mm of rain. Wet season and holiday period; rainier conditions, high demand and elevated prices around Christmas-New Year. See below for what to plan and who December suits. Figures are typical values from our research, so check a forecast before you travel.
Facts checked 2 Nov 2026
Wet season and holiday period; rainier conditions, high demand and elevated prices around Christmas-New Year.
December mixes wet-season weather with holiday demand. Rain is frequent, hotels are busy and prices rise around Christmas and New Year. It can still work for a festive trip if you plan for showers. This guide explains what Bali is like in December: the weather, how busy it is, what to plan and who the month suits. Figures are typical values from our destination research, so check a forecast before you travel.
Daytime highs are about 31°C and nights about 24°C. Rainfall is about 280 mm and humidity is about 84 percent. Conditions are rainier than in the dry season, and the monsoon tail can reach into January.
December suits travellers tied to year-end holidays who accept showers and higher prices. Families and groups can enjoy a villa stay with a pool. It is a poor match for anyone who wants dry beach weather or lower costs.
December is wetter than November, with about 280 mm against 170 mm, and about as wet as February at 270 mm. Traveller reports say December and January can disappoint because of the monsoon tail and holiday demand. Next door, November and January have their own guides.
The key decision in December is whether your dates sit inside the Christmas and New Year peak. Those weeks combine high demand with elevated prices, while early December can be calmer. Whichever dates you choose, pick a base that works in the rain, keep days short and ask for a written quote early. Private transfers matter more when roads are wet and busy. Our packages are land-only, so book flights separately and keep your passport valid for at least six months from arrival. Read the Bali visa guide for Indians for entry steps.
This guide is compiled from published tourism and weather information and traveller reports about Bali, and was last checked on 2 November 2026. Weather, prices and schedules change, so confirm details before you book.
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Bali in December has daytime highs near 31°C and lows near 24°C, with about 280 mm of rain and humidity around 84 percent. Wet season and holiday period; rainier conditions, high demand and elevated prices around Christmas-New Year. Check the forecast closer to your dates.
December is part of the wet season, with about 280 mm of rain, and holiday demand lifts prices around Christmas and New Year. It can work for a festive trip if you accept showers. Weather varies from year to year, so confirm with a forecast and your planner before you book.
Our research notes high demand and elevated prices around Christmas and New Year. Book early, keep days short and expect heavy traffic on wet roads. Weather varies from year to year, so confirm with a forecast and your planner before you book.
Our research shows about 280 mm of rain in December, with humidity near 84 percent. Rainfall varies from year to year, so keep a flexible plan and check a forecast before you travel. Weather varies from year to year, so confirm with a forecast and your planner before you book.
Pack light, breathable clothes, sun protection and comfortable shoes for highs near 31°C. Add a rain layer if the month is wet, and a modest outfit with covered shoulders and knees for temple visits. Weather varies from year to year, so confirm with a forecast and your planner before you book.
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