Surfing in Lombok, Indonesia

Historical Conditions Overview

82
Avg Epic Score

77.5°F

Avg Temperature

8.0 mph

Avg Wind Speed

1.6 ft

Avg Wave Height

Jun

Best Month

79

Jan

81

Feb

80

Mar

78

Apr

85

May

89

Jun

85

Jul

87

Aug

86

Sep

82

Oct

76

Nov

75

Dec

↑ Best months: June, August, September

About This Destination

Surfing in Lombok

Lombok, located east of Bali in the Lesser Sunda Islands, has developed as a surfing destination with consistent reef and beach breaks along its southern and western coastlines. The island experiences a dry season from June through September when trade winds create reliable swell patterns, with water temperatures averaging around 78°F during peak months. Lombok's surf breaks range from protected lagoons suitable for skill-building to powerful reef passes that handle significant swell, drawing surfers across multiple experience levels to breaks like Desert Point, Gerupuk Bay, and Selong Belanak.

Pro Tips

Insider Knowledge for Lombok

1

Book accommodation in Kuta or Gerupuk Bay to minimize travel time to breaks; most quality waves are 15-45 minutes from these towns by scooter or boat
2

Hire a local guide or boat operator for reef breaks—understanding tide timing and channel navigation significantly impacts safety and wave quality at spots like Desert Point
3

Pack a 5mm wetsuit for June-August mornings when water temperature drops closer to 74°F, and bring board repair supplies as ding repair options are limited outside main towns
4

Check swell forecasts 7-10 days in advance; Lombok's peak season (June-September) occasionally experiences flat periods of 3-5 days between swell pulses
5

Visit during weekdays when possible—weekend crowds at Gerupuk Bay and Kuta Beach can reach 40-60 surfers per break during optimal conditions

Experience Level Guide

Who Should Visit?

⚠️ Desert Point and other reef breaks carry significant hazard risk from sharp coral, strong currents, and isolated locations—local guidance and experience with reef passes is essential before attempting these breaks.

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Beginner

Beginners encounter mellow beach breaks at Selong Belanak and protected sections of Gerupuk Bay with sand bottoms, 2-4 foot waves, and relatively forgiving paddling conditions. Water clarity and warm temperatures reduce physical stress during the learning phase.

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Intermediate

Intermediate surfers find consistent reef breaks with defined wave shape, predictable break patterns, and 4-6 foot waves during peak season. Breaks like Gerupuk's outer banks and Mawi offer technical sections requiring wave selection skills and moderate paddle positioning.

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Advanced

Advanced athletes access powerful reef passes and point breaks generating 6-10 foot waves with steep takeoffs and demanding paddle-out conditions. Desert Point and similar breaks require reading complex reef topography, managing currents, and executing precise line-ups.

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Expert

NOT RECOMMENDED

Expert surfers navigate extreme reef passes during large swell events (8+ feet), manage heavy barrel sections, and handle isolated breaks with limited rescue infrastructure requiring self-sufficiency and deep knowledge of local conditions.

Month-by-Month Breakdown

Best Time to Visit

Month	Epic Score	Avg Temp	Avg Wind	Wave Ht	Rating
January	79	77.6°F	8.2 mph	1.9 ft	⚡
February	81	77.6°F	10.5 mph	2.3 ft	⚡
March	80	78.1°F	7.1 mph	1.7 ft	⚡
April	78	77.8°F	6.0 mph	1.2 ft	⚡
May	85	78.6°F	7.3 mph	1.1 ft	⚡
June ★ Best	89	78.0°F	7.5 mph	1.4 ft	⚡
July	85	76.0°F	9.0 mph	1.4 ft	⚡
August	87	75.3°F	8.9 mph	1.6 ft	⚡
September	86	76.2°F	9.2 mph	1.5 ft	⚡
October	82	77.9°F	8.6 mph	1.6 ft	⚡
November	76	78.5°F	7.1 mph	1.1 ft	⚡
December	75	77.8°F	6.7 mph	1.3 ft	⚡

Based on 10-year historical averages. Scores calculated for intermediate level.

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