Bali month by month

The best time to visit Bali

For most travellers, the sweet spot in Bali is October · May · September: 30° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.

Climate through the year

Month	Temp	Crowds	Price	Verdict
January	30° / 24°	Moderate	$$	Fair
February	30° / 24°	Moderate	$$	Fair
March	31° / 24°	Moderate	$$	Fair
April	31° / 24°	Moderate	$$	Great
May	31° / 23°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
June	30° / 23°	High	$$	Great
July	29° / 22°	High	$$$	Great
August	29° / 22°	High	$$$	Great
September	30° / 22°	High	$$	Ideal
October	30° / 23°	Moderate	$$	Ideal
November	30° / 24°	Moderate	$$	Fair
December	30° / 24°	High	$$$	Great

Best months October May September April

The year in Bali

Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in Bali.

Spring Ideal

Sep–Nov · highs around 30°C · Dry and sunny, crowds thin out

Sep ·Oct ·Nov

Summer Great

Dec–Feb · highs around 30°C · Holiday crowds despite the rainy season

Dec ·Jan ·Feb

Autumn Ideal

Mar–May · highs around 31°C · Dry and warm before peak crowds

Mar ·Apr ·May

Winter Great

Jun–Aug · highs around 29°C · Dry and sunny, school holidays arrive

Jun ·Jul ·Aug

When to go, depending on what you want

Best weather

The months where climate comfort peaks, whatever else is happening.

May ·September

Best value

Still a good trip, at the lowest prices of the year.

February ·March

Fewest crowds

When you get the main sights closest to yourself.

February ·March

Biggest events

When the calendar gives you something the other months do not.

March ·June ·July

Practical basics

Region: Asia
Local currency: IDR
Hemisphere: Southern (summer in Dec–Feb)
Yearly range: 22° – 31°
Strongest months: October, May, September
Good for: beach · nature · culture · romance

Events in Bali

Mar Nyepi (Day of Silence) — Island-wide silence; no flights or lights for 24 hours.
Jun–Jul Bali Arts Festival — Month-long showcase of Balinese dance, music and crafts in Denpasar.
Jul Bali Kite Festival — Giant traditional kites fill the skies over Sanur and Padang Galak.
Oct Ubud Writers & Readers Festival — Southeast Asia's leading literary festival draws authors to Ubud.

Every month in Bali

A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.

Bali in January 30° · $$ Fair Bali in February 30° · $$ Fair Bali in March 31° · $$ Fair Bali in April 31° · $$ Great Bali in May 31° · $$ Ideal Bali in June 30° · $$ Great Bali in July 29° · $$$ Great Bali in August 29° · $$$ Great Bali in September 30° · $$ Ideal Bali in October 30° · $$ Ideal Bali in November 30° · $$ Fair Bali in December 30° · $$$ Great

Frequently asked questions

What is the best month to visit Bali?

What is the cheapest time to visit Bali?

February — This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year. Save 47%.

What is the weather like in Bali?

Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 22°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.

Things to do in Bali