Best Time to Visit Bali
Bali has two seasons, not four: dry (roughly April–October) and wet (November–March). Temperatures barely move — the variables are rain, humidity and crowd waves.
Last verified 23 August 2026
| Month | Temp | Rain | Crowds | Notes | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24–31°C | Very high | Medium | Wettest month; brief fierce downpours | Fair |
| February | 24–31°C | High | Low | Wet but quiet; great hotel rates | Fair |
| March | 24–31°C | Medium–high | Low | Nyepi (Day of Silence) shuts the island for 24h — plan around it | Good |
| April | 24–32°C | Medium | Medium | Dry season begins | Good |
| May | 24–31°C | Low | Medium | Superb and calm | Excellent |
| June | 23–30°C | Low | Medium–high | Dry, cooler nights | Excellent |
| July | 23–30°C | Very low | Very high | Peak season peak prices | Good |
| August | 23–30°C | Very low | Very high | Driest month; book far ahead | Good |
| September | 23–31°C | Low | Medium | Peak weather, post-peak crowds | Excellent |
| October | 24–31°C | Medium | Medium | Dry season winds down | Good |
| November | 24–31°C | High | Low | Wet builds; lush and green | Fair |
| December | 24–31°C | High | Very high | Rain + festive surge — odd combination, high prices | Mixed |
The short answer
May, June and September are the connoisseur months: dry-season weather without July–August's crowds or prices. The wet season is far from a write-off — mornings are often clear, everything is greener, and rates drop hard — but Batur treks and Nusa Penida crossings get cancelled more often.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nyepi and does it affect my trip?
Bali's Day of Silence (usually March): for 24 hours the entire island — airport included — shuts down; visitors stay inside their hotels. The Ogoh-Ogoh parades the evening before are spectacular. Check the date before booking March travel.
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