Bali vs Lombok

Bali and Lombok are closely matched in October. 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 30°C.

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

Bali reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Lombok averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 22°C (72°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Bali receives approximately 92 mm of rainfall across 17 rain days during October. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Lombok sees 89 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Lombok the drier option by 3 rain days and 3 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.