Gili Islands · WinterMonth summary
Gili Islands weather in December
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
88% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Gili Islands in December?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in December (7.0/10). July scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Gili Islands in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
🎯 Hike early morning to avoid the heat — temperatures reach 30°C by 11am Even in winter, Gili Islands enjoys 30°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 88% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 24°C | 29°C | 88% | 14.8 | 9.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 24°C | 29°C | 96% | 15.7 | 10.3h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 25°C | 30°C | 90% | 11.0 | 10.7h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ April | 24°C | 30°C | 78% | 6.2 | 11.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 25°C | 30°C | 55% | 2.8 | 11.5h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 24°C | 30°C | 43% | 1.9 | 11.1h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 23°C | 30°C | 29% | 1.3 | 11.1h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 23°C | 30°C | 30% | 1.1 | 11.2h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 24°C | 31°C | 53% | 1.8 | 11.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 24°C | 31°C | 55% | 2.9 | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ November | 25°C | 30°C | 78% | 6.7 | 12.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 25°C | 30°C | 88% | 12.3 | 10.6h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Gili Islands averages 30°C, 88% rainy days and 10.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
December vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -59%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.5h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Gili Islands in December
Is December a good time to visit Gili Islands?
December is an acceptable time for Gili Islands (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (8.1/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Gili Islands in December?
Yes, 88% of days see rain in December. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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