Lombok vs Bali

Lombok and Bali 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.

Lombok can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Bali is also comfortable at 28°C.

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

Lombok reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Bali averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°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.

Lombok receives approximately 89 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Bali sees 92 mm over 17 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%.