December Packing List for Bali — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Linen shirtsEssential

  Linen is essential for staying cool in the Ubud Monkey Forest where high humidity and 88°F temperatures make it feel much warmer.

• Quick-dry shortsEssential

  Quick-dry fabrics are a must to handle the 24 days of precipitation expected during Bali's monsoon season.

• Waterproof sandalsEssential

  Waterproof sandals are essential for Seminyak when sudden monsoon downpours occur during the 24 days of precipitation expected.

• Walking shoesEssential

  Sturdy walking shoes are needed for treks through the Ubud Monkey Forest where humidity is high and temperatures hit 88°F.

• Compact umbrellaEssential

  An umbrella is vital to navigate Bali's frequent monsoon showers during its 24 rainy days.

• Waterproof dry bagEssential

  A dry bag is crucial in Seminyak to protect electronics from sudden heavy rain showers during the 24 days of precipitation.

• Insect repellentEssential

  Repellent is necessary for the Ubud Monkey Forest where high humidity and 88°F heat make insects more active.

• Lightweight raincoatEssential

  A lightweight raincoat is highly recommended to handle the frequent monsoon rain showers during December's 24 rainy days.

Clothing

• Linen shirtsEssential

  Linen is essential for staying cool in the Ubud Monkey Forest where high humidity and 88°F temperatures make it feel much warmer.

• Cotton sundressesRecommended

  Breathable cotton is ideal for Seminyak beach clubs when daytime highs reach 88°F.

• Quick-dry shortsEssential

  Quick-dry fabrics are a must to handle the 24 days of precipitation expected during Bali's monsoon season.

• Lightweight sweaterRecommended

  A light layer is necessary for Mount Agung where temperatures drop significantly compared to the 88°F coastal heat.

Footwear

• Waterproof sandalsEssential

  Waterproof sandals are essential for Seminyak when sudden monsoon downpours occur during the 24 days of precipitation expected.

• Walking shoesEssential

  Sturdy walking shoes are needed for treks through the Ubud Monkey Forest where humidity is high and temperatures hit 88°F.

• Flip-flopsRecommended

  Flip-flops are perfect for casual beach club visits in Seminyak during the 88°F tropical afternoons.

• Hiking bootsOptional

  Hiking boots provide support on Mount Agung where temperatures are much cooler than the coastal 77°F lows.

Accessories

• Compact umbrellaEssential

  An umbrella is vital to navigate Bali's frequent monsoon showers during its 24 rainy days.

• Wide-brimmed hatRecommended

  A wide-brimmed hat protects you from the intense tropical sun when temperatures reach 88°F.

• Lightweight scarfOptional

  A light scarf is useful for temple visits and to protect against cooler breezes in coastal areas where lows hit 77°F.

• Polarized sunglassesRecommended

  Sunglasses are essential for the bright tropical glare common during Bali's sunny intervals at 88°F.

Gear

• Waterproof dry bagEssential

  A dry bag is crucial in Seminyak to protect electronics from sudden heavy rain showers during the 24 days of precipitation.

• Insect repellentEssential

  Repellent is necessary for the Ubud Monkey Forest where high humidity and 88°F heat make insects more active.

• Reusable water bottleRecommended

  Staying hydrated with a reusable bottle is key when navigating Bali's tropical heat of 88°F.

• Lightweight raincoatEssential

  A lightweight raincoat is highly recommended to handle the frequent monsoon rain showers during December's 24 rainy days.