Indonesia Bali Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Bali is Very Good
October is Very Good for Bali.
October is the dry-to-wet transition month. First half is still dry-season-like; second half sees afternoon storms return. Hotel rates 30-40% below July peak. The best value shoulder month — Bali at 80% summer quality for 60% summer price.
Mt. Batur sunrise reliability drops from 95% to 80% as clouds increase. Nusa Penida boats still calm in October. Snorkeling visibility starts declining late October.
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Bali October Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
9
116mm total
Sunshine
8.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
77%
Humid
UV Index
12
Extreme
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
28°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
27°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotel rates 30-40% below July peak
- Crowds 50% below summer
- First half still dry-season-like
Cons
- Afternoon storms return mid-month
- Snorkeling visibility starts declining
- Mt. Batur reliability drops to 80%
October Events & Festivals
- Wet season returns mid-October
- Hotel rates 30-40% below July peak
- Best shoulder month for value-to-weather
Bali in October — Full Picture
October is the dry-to-wet transition month. First half is still dry-season-like; second half sees afternoon storms return. Hotel rates 30-40% below July peak. The best value shoulder month — Bali at 80% summer quality for 60% summer price.
Mt. Batur sunrise reliability drops from 95% to 80% as clouds increase. Nusa Penida boats still calm in October. Snorkeling visibility starts declining late October.
The smart play: visit early-to-mid October for late-dry-season weather at shoulder prices. By late October, expect daily afternoon thunderstorms 14:00-17:00. Beach activities best in morning.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Packable rain jacket returns. Quick-dry fabrics + T-shirts + shorts. Brief afternoon storms (1-2 hours) return mid-October onward.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31.3°C
24°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.3°C
23°C
3.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current30.7°C
24°C
8.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
31°C
24°C
17/mo
Bali Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31° | 24° | 18d·326mm | 6.5h | 85% | 12 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 16d·286mm | 7h | 84% | 12 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 15d·235mm | 7.5h | 83% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 24° | 8d·87mm | 8.5h | 80% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 31° | 24° | 5d·71mm | 9h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 30° | 23° | 4d·47mm | 9.5h | 76% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 29° | 23° | 4d·51mm | 9.5h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 29° | 23° | 3d·38mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 30° | 24° | 4d·66mm | 10h | 74% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| 31° | 24° | 9d·116mm | 8.5h | 77% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 13d·187mm | 7.5h | 80% | 12 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 17d·273mm | 6.5h | 83% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
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Bali October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Bali?
Bali in October is Very Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Bali in October?
Bali October averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Bali in October?
Bali October averages 116mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bali in October?
Packable rain jacket returns. Quick-dry fabrics + T-shirts + shorts. Brief afternoon storms (1-2 hours) return mid-October onward.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bali in October?
Bali October sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 17:55, with 11h 55m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bali in October?
Bali October air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bali in October?
In October, Bali is great for Beach + snorkeling (mornings), Mt. Batur, Nusa Penida.
Is October peak season in Bali?
Bali October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.