Island, Indonesia
Bali weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bali
May–Sep is dry and sunny; Jul–Aug and late December are busiest and priciest. Nov–Mar is rainy and humid with good surf on the east coast.
Bali weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°317 mm
- Feb29°252 mm
- Mar30°201 mm
- Apr30°123 mm
- May29°82 mm
- Jun28°53 mm
- Jul28°40 mm
- Aug28°24 mm
- Sep29°38 mm
- Oct31°57 mm
- Nov31°134 mm
- Dec30°272 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 317 mm | 86% | Very wet |
| February | 29°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 252 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| March | 30°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 201 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| April | 30°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 123 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| May | 29°C84°F | 25°C77°F | 82 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 24°C75°F | 53 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C82°F | 23°C73°F | 40 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C82°F | 22°C72°F | 24 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| September | 29°C85°F | 23°C73°F | 38 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| October | 31°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 57 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| November | 31°C88°F | 25°C77°F | 134 mm | 81% | Hot & humid |
| December | 30°C86°F | 25°C78°F | 272 mm | 84% | Rainy |
Best months across Indonesia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bali | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Ubud | May–Sep | Nov (30°C) |
| Canggu | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Jakarta | Jun–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Seminyak | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Uluwatu | May–Sep | Apr (28°C) |
| Yogyakarta | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Gili Islands | May–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Nusa Penida | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Kuta | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Lombok | May–Sep | Oct (32°C) |
| Labuan Bajo | Apr–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Nusa Dua | May–Sep | Apr (29°C) |
| Sanur | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Raja Ampat | Oct–Apr | Nov (29°C) |
| Mount Bromo | May–Sep | Oct (27°C) |
| Bandung | May–Sep | Oct (28°C) |
| Nusa Lembongan | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Lake Toba | May–Sep | Apr (26°C) |
| Kuta Lombok | May–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Amed | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Batam | May–Sep | May (30°C) |
| Bintan | May–Sep | May (29°C) |
| Malang | May–Sep | Oct (32°C) |
| Bukit Lawang | Mar–Aug | Apr (30°C) |
| Medan | Feb–Mar, Jun–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Surabaya | May–Oct | Oct (36°C) |
| Manado | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Tana Toraja | Jun–Sep | Oct (26°C) |
| Jimbaran | May–Sep | Apr (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bali?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry and sunny; Jul–Aug and late December are busiest and priciest. Nov–Mar is rainy and humid with good surf on the east coast.
When is the rainy season in Bali?
Rain peaks in January with about 317 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Bali?
November, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Bali get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 22°C (72°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Wonderful Indonesia (Ministry of Tourism)
- Love Bali tourist levy
- Ngurah Rai Airport
- BIMC Hospital
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.