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Backpacking Potential

65/100

Suboptimal

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

July, August, April

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

25°C – 27°C

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Precipitation

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Nusa Penida?

The best time to visit Nusa Penida for backpacking is July, August, April, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to explore where to stay and what to do in advance.

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Climate Heatmap

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These months are especially popular among backpackers in Nusa Penida due to better weather and lower costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Nusa Penida

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°333
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°329
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°242
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°163
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°88
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°54
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°46
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°28
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°34
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°104
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°173
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°288

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Nusa Penida

When is the best time to visit Nusa Penida for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Nusa Penida for backpacking is typically in July, August, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Nusa Penida?

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Rainy season typically: November–April. It is generally better to avoid these months for backpacking.

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🌍 Plan your backpacking trip to Nusa Penida

Now you know the best time to visit Nusa Penida — here are a few useful next steps to help plan your trip.

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