Bali vs Lombok

Bali and Lombok are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Bali sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Lombok runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Lombok is the stronger choice in May.

Bali reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Lombok averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 22°C (72°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Southern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Bali receives approximately 109 mm of rainfall across 18 rain days during May. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Lombok sees 83 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Lombok the drier option by 5 rain days and 26 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.