Best time to visit · Bali · Indonesia
The best time to visit Bali
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The best time to visit Bali is the dry season from April to October, with May, June and September offering sunny weather without the peak crowds and prices of July, August and Christmas. The wet season from November to March brings heavy afternoon rain but greener landscapes and lower prices. Check Nyepi's date, usually in March, when the whole island including the airport shuts for a day.
Key facts
- Best months
- April–June and September–October
- Shoulder season
- March, July–August and November
- Warmest month
- April (avg high 32°C (90°F))
- Coldest month
- June (avg high 30°C (86°F))
- Rainiest month
- January (~17 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- February–March and November
Seasons
Bali is tropical, hot and humid all year at sea level, with highs of about 30–33°C. The dry season from April to October brings sunny days and cooler nights, while the wet season from November to March has heavy afternoon downpours and high humidity. The highlands around Ubud, Bedugul and Kintamani are cooler.
April–October
Dry season
Sunny days, lower humidity and cooler nights, with the best conditions for trekking, diving and the west-coast surf; July and August are the busiest.
July–August and late December
Peak holidays
European, Australian and domestic holidays fill hotels and roads; book villas, drivers and popular restaurants early.
November–March
Wet season
Hot and humid with heavy afternoon or overnight downpours, rough seas on the west coast and rubbish on some beaches, but lush scenery and lower prices.
Varies (Nyepi usually March)
Nyepi and ceremonies
Galungan and Kuningan follow a 210-day calendar and bring decorated penjor poles to every street; Nyepi closes the island for 24 hours.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 24°C | 17 | 29°C | 12.6 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| February | 31°C | 24°C | 16 | 29°C | 12.4 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| March | 31°C | 24°C | 13 | 29°C | 12.2 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| April | 32°C | 24°C | 8 | 29°C | 11.9 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| May | 31°C | 24°C | 6 | 28°C | 11.7 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| June | 30°C | 23°C | 5 | 27°C | 11.6 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| July | 30°C | 23°C | 4 | 27°C | 11.7 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| August | 30°C | 23°C | 3 | 26°C | 11.8 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| September | 31°C | 23°C | 4 | 27°C | 12.1 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 7 | 28°C | 12.3 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| November | 32°C | 24°C | 11 | 29°C | 12.5 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| December | 31°C | 24°C | 15 | 29°C | 12.6 h | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| February | Chinese New Year at Chinese-Balinese temples (January or February) |
| March | Nyepi — Balinese Day of Silence; the island and airport close for 24 hours (usually March); Ogoh-ogoh parades on the eve of Nyepi |
| April | Easter holidays bring Australian visitors (March or April) |
| June | Bali Arts Festival — month-long programme of dance, music and parades in Denpasar (usually mid-June to mid-July) |
| July | Bali Kite Festival at Padang Galak beach near Sanur (usually July or August) |
| August | Indonesian Independence Day celebrations and village games (17 August) |
| October | Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (usually October) |
| December | Christmas and New Year's Eve parties in Seminyak, Canggu and Kuta (late December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in February–March and November, and the sights are quietest in February–March and November.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Dry season | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Peak holidays | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Wet season | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Nyepi and ceremonies | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Bali?
The best time to visit Bali is the dry season from April to October, with May, June and September offering sunny weather without the peak crowds and prices of July, August and Christmas. The wet season from November to March brings heavy afternoon rain but greener landscapes and lower prices. Check Nyepi's date, usually in March, when the whole island including the airport shuts for a day.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Bali?
Usually in February–March and November. Rainy and humid, but green rice terraces and some of the year's lowest prices.
+What is the rainiest month in Bali?
January, with about 17 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Bali get?
The warmest month, April, averages highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).