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Bali Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bali, Indonesia in December.

Planning a trip to Bali, Indonesia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Bali in December

Bali, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. December in Bali generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Antasari at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Parit at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Parit and 24°C (75°F) in Antasari. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To explore the conditions in Bali, Indonesia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Uluwatu with an average of 239 mm (9.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Kintamani with 525 mm (21 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Ubud gets approximately 175 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Bali by month

Best Places to Visit in Bali in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bali.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bali

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Bali, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Bali (December)

Precipitation variation in Bali (December)

Ubud

In December Ubud generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
175 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
369 mm (15 in)
397 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Seminyak

In December Seminyak generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
177 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
272 mm (11 in)
300 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kuta

In December Kuta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
177 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
261 mm (10 in)
291 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Canggu

In December Canggu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
177 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
288 mm (11 in)
312 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Sanur

In December Sanur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
177 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
179 mm (7 in)
286 mm (11 in)
316 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Bali, in Indonesia.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bali in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ubud 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 369 mm (15 in)
Seminyak 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 272 mm (11 in)
Kuta 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 261 mm (10 in)
Canggu 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 288 mm (11 in)
Sanur 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 286 mm (11 in)
Legian 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 266 mm (10 in)

Bali weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bali, Indonesia in December?

Bali, Indonesia typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ubud average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Bali, Indonesia in December?

In Ubud, the average daytime high in December is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Bali, Indonesia get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Ubud records an average of 369 mm (15 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Bali, Indonesia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Bali, Indonesia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ubud, December may not be the ideal time to visit Bali, Indonesia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Ubud. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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