Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Nusa Penida in December
Little changes in Nusa Penida from November: highs stay near 79°F (26°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), and about 11.7 in (296 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 50/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 11.7 in (296 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 84%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 50/100 · Fair
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 79°F (26°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 75°F (24°C).
Humidity averages 80%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
It's a very wet month, with around 11.7 in (296 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 84%.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – October.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (December – February), which brings about 34.1 in (865 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 69/100 in November to 50/100.
- Our Bali Island Loop recommends Apr – Oct, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 79°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes11.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Nusa Penida in December
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Penida Colada
Beachfront cafe-bar on the north coast with seafood and cocktails.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 11.7 in of rain.
Kelingking Beach
T-Rex-shaped headland over turquoise water with a steep trail to the beach.
Angel's Billabong
Natural tidal infinity pool on the cliff edge.
Manta Point
Snorkel or dive site off the south coast where manta rays feed.
Goa Giri Putri
Hindu temple inside a cave reached through a narrow opening.
Nearby in December
- Ubud in December~25 mi · highs 84°F, 10.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
- Uluwatu in December~32 mi · highs 83°F, 10.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~162 m to Nusa Penida's ~483 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Nusa Penida in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Nusa Penida?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 50/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are June – October. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 11.7 in (296 mm) of rain. Our Bali Island Loop recommends Apr – Oct, so December is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Nusa Penida in December?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nusa Penida in December?
Yes: about 11.7 in (296 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.3 in (1634 mm).
What should I pack for Nusa Penida in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 79°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (11.7 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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