What to expect in Bali in October
October is one of the best times to visit Bali. Expect 30° / 23°, manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Bali weather in October
Typical conditions in Bali during October, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 30°C 86°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C 73°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 30/100 |
| Total rainfall | 63 mm2.5 in |
| Rainy days | 12 |
| Sea temperature | 27°C 81°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 17 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Rainfall figures are for Denpasar.
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 23°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Bali — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 30°C make midday heat the main constraint.
What it costs
Costs in October sit around the yearly average for Bali — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 41% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Ubud Writers & Readers Festival while you’re there.
- Ubud Writers & Readers Festival — Southeast Asia's leading literary festival draws authors to Ubud.
Bali in October compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August | 29° / 22° | High | $$$ | 43 |
| September | 30° / 22° | High | $$ | 55 |
| October · This month | 30° / 23° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| November | 30° / 24° | Moderate | $$ | 57 |
| December | 30° / 24° | High | $$$ | 40 |
These months score higher for Bali on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in October
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in October.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
