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Best time to visit Indonesia in December 🇮🇩
December in Indonesia is shoulder season — mixed conditions. a shoulder-season pick — quieter and cheaper, but expect mixed weather or a few closures.
Last updated June 2026
Is December a good time to visit Indonesia? Quick answer
Workable — shoulder season with mixed conditions.
| Verdict for December | Shoulder season — mixed conditions |
| Average temperature | 30°C high / 24°C low |
| Rainy days | ~17 days |
| Crowds | high |
| Prices | high |
| Events this month | Christmas / NYE Bali |
| Peak months overall | April, May, June, July, August, September |
| Insider tip | Avoid Bali in late Dec–early Jan (rain + crowds + premium pricing). |
Indonesia year at a glance
The absolute peak months for Indonesia are April, May, June, July, August, September. December is a solid shoulder choice if you want fewer crowds.
What Indonesia is like in December
Wet but festive — Seminyak and Ubud full of European holidayers. Most of Indonesia has a dry season (Apr–Oct) and wet season (Nov–Mar). Bali and the Gilis peak May–Sep. Eastern islands like Komodo and Raja Ampat have slightly different windows.
Insider tip
Avoid Bali in late Dec–early Jan (rain + crowds + premium pricing).
December by region in Indonesia
Bali & Lombok
shoulderDry, sunny, surfable May–Sep. July–August busiest.
Komodo & Flores
shoulderBest diving Apr–Oct; manta season peaks Jun–Aug.
Raja Ampat (West Papua)
bestCalmest seas Oct–Apr; closed/rough Jun–Aug.
Sumatra (Bukit Lawang, Lake Toba)
off-seasonDrier May–Sep; jungle treks best in dry months.
Where to go in December instead
Thailand in December
A tale of two coasts and three seasons.
Philippines in December
7,000 islands, one dry season.
Cambodia in December
Cool & dry for Angkor.
Laos in December
Mekong country, cool dry winters.
UAE in December
Desert winters are magical; summers brutal.
Switzerland in December
Two seasons, both spectacular.
FAQs: Indonesia in December
Is December a good time to visit Indonesia?
It's a shoulder month: workable but mixed. December in Indonesia is shoulder season — mixed conditions. Expect average highs around 30°C and lows near 24°C, with roughly 17 rainy days.
What is the weather like in Indonesia in December?
Average daily high around 30°C, low around 24°C, with about 17 rainy days. Wet but festive — Seminyak and Ubud full of European holidayers.
What events or festivals happen in Indonesia in December?
Key events in December include Christmas / NYE Bali.
Are flights and hotels cheaper in Indonesia in December?
Prices in December are typically high — book early, with high crowds.
Should I book Indonesia in advance for December?
You can usually book closer to your travel dates in December — supply is plenty and prices stay reasonable.