Nusa Penida Weather in December 2026: what to expect (4.5/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

December falls in the wet season in Nusa Penida. Showers are often brief but intense. With 88.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

December ranks 9 out of 12 months in Nusa Penida. Compared to November: 5 pts more rainy days, −0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

7 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

very humid

22°

Sea

30°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

12.5h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 22

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Nusa Penida is July (8.0/10), 3.5 pts higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Nusa Penida, volcanic island south-east of Bali in Indonesia: 77 sq miles, 50,000 inhabitants. The largest of the 3 Nusa islands (with Lembongan and Ceningan).

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Indonesia

🗣️LanguageIndonesian

💶CurrencyRoupie indonésienne (Rp)

🚗DrivingLeft-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthMarch · 81°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 79°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 94%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)

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Location

Where is Nusa Penida ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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Indonesia

Equatorial tropical climate with a 8.0 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

8.73°S · 115.54°E

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Nusa Penida?

July is the best month with 79°F highs, 72°F lows, 7.3h of sunshine and 42.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Nusa Penida get in July?

Nusa Penida averages 7.3 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.4/10.

What is the rainiest month in Nusa Penida?

January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Nusa Penida in July?

In July, overnight lows reach 72°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.

Is Nusa Penida good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Nusa Penida scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.4/10.

When should you avoid Nusa Penida?

January is the most difficult month to visit Nusa Penida, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Can you swim in Nusa Penida in December?

In December, the sea averages 86°F in Nusa Penida: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Nusa Penida in December?

The average UV index reaches 7 in December in Nusa Penida (high), with about 12.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.