Bali Weather by Month
Month-by-month weather guide for every region — know when to go, what to pack, and the best time to visit each destination.
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Monthly Weather Conditions
Select a month and region to see temperatures, rainfall, and travel tips.
Year at a Glance
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South & BeachesKuta · Seminyak · Uluwatu · Sanur · Nusa Dua
Central HighlandsUbud · Kintamani · Munduk · Tegallalang
The IslandsNusa Penida · Nusa Lembongan · Gili Islands
Best Time to Visit Bali
A quick-reference guide — find the ideal window for your priorities.
For the Whole Island
April – October
Bali's dry season is the best all-round window — sunny skies, lower humidity and calm seas across the beaches, highlands and islands. July and August are the busiest and priciest months.
For Beaches & Surf
May – September
The south coast — Kuta, Seminyak, Uluwatu and Sanur — has its finest weather in the dry season, with sunny skies, lower humidity and great surf. July and August are peak beach season.
For the Nusa Islands & Snorkelling
April – October
Calm seas and clear water make the dry season best for Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and the Gili Islands. Manta rays appear off Nusa Penida, and mola mola (sunfish) roughly July–October.
For Ubud & the Highlands
May – September
The highlands are cooler and greenest in the dry season — ideal for rice-terrace walks, a Mount Batur sunrise trek and the northern waterfalls. Evenings are pleasantly fresh, so bring a light layer.
For Diving
April – November
Underwater visibility is highest in the dry season at Tulamben, Amed, Menjangan and the Nusa islands. Manta rays are a year-round highlight; mola mola (sunfish) season around Nusa Penida runs roughly July–October.
For Avoiding the Crowds
April–June & September–October
The shoulder months give you great dry-season weather with lower villa rates and fewer people than the July–August and December–January peaks. The sweet spot for most travellers.
Understanding Bali's Climate by Area
Bali is a small island with one tropical climate — a dry and a wet season — but the beaches, highlands and islands each feel a little different.
South & Beaches
Kuta · Seminyak · Uluwatu · Sanur · Nusa Dua
Bali's south coast has two simple seasons: a dry season from April to October with warm sunny days, lower humidity and calm seas, and a wet season from November to March with warm afternoon downpours. The dry season is ideal for the beaches, surfing and beach clubs, while July and August are the busiest and priciest months. Even in the wet season, mornings are often sunny.
Central Highlands
Ubud · Kintamani · Munduk · Tegallalang
Bali's central highlands around Ubud, Kintamani and Munduk are noticeably cooler than the coast, especially in the evenings, and a little wetter. The dry season (April to October) is best for rice-terrace walks, a Mount Batur sunrise trek and the northern waterfalls, with May to September the driest, clearest window. The wet season keeps everything lush and green and suits a yoga or wellness retreat.
The Islands
Nusa Penida · Nusa Lembongan · Gili Islands
The islands off Bali — Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and the Gilis — follow the same dry/wet pattern but what matters most is the sea. April to October brings calm crossings, clear water and the best snorkelling and diving, with manta rays around Nusa Penida and mola mola (sunfish) roughly July to October. December to February can be choppy, so morning boats and motion-sickness tablets help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Bali's weather and the best time to visit.
April to October is Bali's dry season and the best overall window — sunny skies, lower humidity and calm seas across the beaches, highlands and islands. July and August are the busiest and priciest months, so April–June and September–October are the sweet spot for great weather with fewer crowds.
Yes — Bali is a small tropical island with two clear seasons. The dry season runs April to October, and the wet season November to March, when you can expect warm, heavy afternoon downpours that usually pass within an hour. Mornings in the wet season are often still sunny.
Yes — October is the tail end of the dry season and a lovely time to visit, with warm, mostly dry weather, calm seas and slightly thinner crowds than the July–August peak. It is great for the beaches, the Nusa islands and Ubud alike.
April to October is best for Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and the Gili Islands, when the seas are calmest for fast boats, snorkelling and diving. Manta rays are seen off Nusa Penida around the dry months, and mola mola (sunfish) roughly July to October. December to February can be choppy.
May to September is ideal for Ubud, Kintamani and Munduk — dry, cooler highland weather, lush green rice terraces and pleasant evenings. The highlands are noticeably cooler than the coast, so bring a light layer. Expect the odd short shower even in the dry months.
No — Bali sits below the typhoon belt and does not get typhoons. The main weather consideration is the wet season (November–March), which brings warm afternoon downpours, higher humidity and occasionally rougher seas for island boat crossings.
December falls in the wet season — warm (around 28–31°C) and humid, with heavy afternoon showers that usually clear within an hour. Mornings are often sunny. It is festive and lively around Christmas and New Year, with higher prices and busier resorts, so book ahead.
No — Bali stays warm year-round, with daytime temperatures around 30–32°C. July and August fall in the dry season, making them excellent (if busy) months for the beaches and islands, just hot at midday. The highlands around Ubud stay noticeably cooler.
Pack light, breathable clothing year-round, plus swimwear and modest temple-appropriate clothing (shoulders and knees covered — many temples provide a sarong). Add a thin waterproof jacket for the wet season, and a light layer for cool highland evenings in Ubud or a Mount Batur sunrise trek. Sunscreen SPF 50+ and a hat are essential.
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