Lombok in September
Great time to visit
September maintains excellent weather while crowds begin their gradual retreat. You get nearly peak season conditions with slightly more breathing room and better prices.
Weather
Still firmly in dry season with excellent conditions and only 3-4 rain days. Humidity creeps up slightly to 65% but trade winds continue providing relief. Seas remain calm for island hopping.
31°C high24°C low4 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$80/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Perang Ketupat rice war festival
- •Traditional weaving competitions
September Tips
- •Crowds start thinning slightly making it easier to get good restaurant tables
- •Still book popular tours in advance but more last-minute options appear
- •Great month for combining Lombok with Bali as ferry schedules are most reliable
All Months
April through September delivers Lombok's best weather – dry skies, steady trade winds, and comfortable temperatures around 28°C. This is also peak season, so expect higher prices and busier beaches, especially on the Gilis. July and August see the biggest crowds as European summer holidays kick in. May and September offer the sweet spot: great weather with fewer tourists and better deals on accommodation. The wet season runs October through March, but don't write it off completely. December and January bring heavy rains that can last for days, making Mount Rinjani treks impossible and turning dirt roads into mud pits. But February and March see lighter, shorter showers that cool things down nicely. Plus, accommodation prices drop by 40% and you'll have beaches mostly to yourself. Just pack a rain jacket and embrace the tropical drama. Ramadan affects the entire island – restaurants close during daylight hours and the party scene dims considerably.
Lombok Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
8/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
9/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
5/10
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