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Denpasar-Bali in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Denpasar-Bali in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Denpasar-Bali, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Denpasar-Bali in December 2024

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
If you plan to visit Denpasar-Bali in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +82°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 219 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the hottest month of the year in Denpasar-Bali;
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Denpasar-Bali;

Average weather

☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
219 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Denpasar-Bali has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Denpasar-Bali in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Denpasar-Bali for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +84°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +84°F.

Is Denpasar-Bali warm or cold in December?

Denpasar-Bali is typically warm in December.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +77°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

December is the hottest month in Denpasar-Bali, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Denpasar-Bali in December

Water in Denpasar-Bali in December is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +87°F, with an average of +85°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +82°F.

The water temperature in December is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Denpasar-Bali are reached in December, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +80°F.

Can you swim in Denpasar-Bali in December?

You can definitely swim in Denpasar-Bali in December, the water is very warm (+85°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Denpasar-Bali in December

Denpasar-Bali weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+82°F+82°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+73°F+73°F+75°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+93°F+91°F
Rainfall
147 mm219 mm264 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+84°F+85°F+84°F
Humidity
82%82%82%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1008 HPa1007 HPa
Sunny days
100
Cloudy days
421
Rainy days
182021
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 147 mm to 219 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in November to 0 in December.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Denpasar-Bali in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Denpasar-Bali is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Denpasar-Bali based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 71% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 99 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Denpasar-Bali, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Denpasar-Bali wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 68% chance of precipitation and 264 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 68% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Denpasar-Bali?

This is the weather in Denpasar-Bali in December 2023:
1 December
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+82°F
2 December
☁️
+84°F
3 December
🌧️
+83°F
4 December
🌧️
+82°F
5 December
🌧️
+83°F
6 December
🌧️
+84°F
7 December
☀️
+84°F
8 December
🌧️
+83°F
9 December
☀️
+83°F
10 December
☀️
+83°F
11 December
☀️
+83°F
12 December
☀️
+84°F
13 December
🌧️
+84°F
14 December
🌧️
+84°F
15 December
🌧️
+83°F
16 December
🌧️
+83°F
17 December
☀️
+82°F
18 December
☀️
+83°F
19 December
☀️
+83°F
20 December
☀️
+83°F
21 December
☀️
+84°F
22 December
☀️
+84°F
23 December
☀️
+85°F
24 December
☀️
+84°F
25 December
☁️
+84°F
26 December
🌧️
+84°F
27 December
🌧️
+83°F
28 December
🌧️
+83°F
29 December
🌧️
+84°F
30 December
🌧️
+84°F
31 December
🌧️
+84°F
In December 2023 Denpasar-Bali had 13 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Denpasar-Bali climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Denpasar-Bali in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+80°F) and the highest in 2020 (+86°F). The driest year was 2015 with only 802 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 2125 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Denpasar-Bali in December:

Is December a good time to visit Denpasar-Bali?

It’s always a good time to visit Denpasar-Bali, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Denpasar-Bali in December?

December is warm in Denpasar-Bali. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Denpasar-Bali in December?

Yes, you can swim in Denpasar-Bali in December, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +85°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Denpasar-Bali rainy in December?

Denpasar-Bali is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Denpasar-Bali in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Denpasar-Bali in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Indonesia

Check out the weather for other cities in Indonesia.

Monthly weather in Denpasar-Bali

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Denpasar-Bali, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.