What to expect in Bali in September
September is one of the best times to visit Bali. Expect 30° / 22°, the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Bali weather in September
Typical conditions in Bali during September, 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 | 22°C 72°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 15/100 |
| Total rainfall | 47 mm1.9 in |
| Rainy days | 8 |
| Sea temperature | 26°C 79°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 3 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Rainfall figures are for Denpasar.
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 22°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Bali — the biggest crowds of the year.
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. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in September 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 29% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in September, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Bali in September 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July | 29° / 22° | High | $$$ | 46 |
| August | 29° / 22° | High | $$$ | 43 |
| September · This month | 30° / 22° | High | $$ | 55 |
| October | 30° / 23° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| November | 30° / 24° | Moderate | $$ | 57 |
These months score higher for Bali on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in September
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in September.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
