Backpacking Potential
Good
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
August, July, September
January, February, March, April, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Lombok?
The best time to visit Lombok for backpacking is August, July, September, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
Planning for a specific month? Tap on a month in the heatmap below for a detailed climate guide.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Lombok due to better weather and lower costs.
→ See where to stay in LombokBackpacking conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Lombok
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
49Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 298 | |
50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 278 | |
50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 27° | 178 | |
55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 27° | 176 | |
55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 96 | |
55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 87 | |
77Good Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 66 | |
78Good Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 24 | |
65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 22 | |
55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 89 | |
55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 27° | 190 | |
50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 324 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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