Bali Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Bali. The annual average is 31°C high / 24°C low — hottest in April (32°C) and coldest in June (23°C).
Bali Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Bali's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 31° / 24°
- Best time to visit
- June, July, August
- Hottest month
- April (32°C)
- Coldest month
- June (23°C)
- Wettest month
- January (326mm)
- Driest month
- August (38mm)
As of 2026, Bali's weather averages 31°C high / 24°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is June, July, August. The hottest month is April (32°C), the coldest is June (23°C), and the wettest is January (326mm).
Best Time to Visit Bali
June is peak dry season — comfortable 30°C daytime, cool 23°C nights, low humidity (76%), almost no rain (47mm across 4 days). Sea + beach + outdoor everything at peak comfort. The Bali Arts Festival (mid-June through mid-July) at Taman Werdhi Budaya Art Centre in Denpasar showcases all traditional Balinese performing arts — gamelan, kecak, legong, wayang puppet theater. Free + open to public. The biggest cultural event of the year. Hotel prices climb sharply mid-June as European school holidays start. Book 2-3 months ahead from this point. Mt. Batur reliable, Nusa Penida boats calm, all snorkeling + diving + surfing at peak.
July is peak tourism month. Weather is excellent (warm sunny days, cool nights, low humidity) but crowds are at maximum. Hotel rates are at yearly peak (book 3-4 months ahead). Tegalalang Rice Terraces + Uluwatu Temple + Sacred Monkey Forest all run at full capacity. Nights are the coolest of the year (23°C lows) — perfect for outdoor dining + beach evenings. Mt. Batur sunrise reliability 95%+ (book hike 2-3 days ahead due to demand). Nusa Penida day trips at full capacity — book 3-5 days ahead. The trade-off is real: peak weather requires peak prices + peak crowds. April-May or September-October offer 80% of the weather for 60% of the price + 30% of the crowds.
August is technically the driest month + clearest sea visibility (30-40m at dive sites). Hotel prices remain at yearly peak. Crowds maximum. The weather case for August is at its strongest; the value case at its weakest. Indonesian Independence Day (August 17) is celebrated nationally with flag-raising ceremonies + cultural performances + parades. Bali hotels host special events. Domestic Indonesian tourist crowds increase for the week of August 17. Diving + snorkeling visibility is at its peak. Manta rays at Crystal Bay (Nusa Penida) reliable. Reef shark sightings at Gili Trawangan + Gili Meno common. Surf is reliable but slightly smaller than May-June.
Bali Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31° / 24° | 326mm | 18 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 31° / 24° | 286mm | 16 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 31° / 24° | 235mm | 15 | Moderate | Details → |
| April | 32° / 24° | 87mm | 8 | Moderate | Details → |
| May | 31° / 24° | 71mm | 5 | Busy | Details → |
| June | 30° / 23° | 47mm | 4 | Busy | Details → |
| July | 29° / 23° | 51mm | 4 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 29° / 23° | 38mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 30° / 24° | 66mm | 4 | Busy | Details → |
| October | 31° / 24° | 116mm | 9 | Moderate | Details → |
| November | 31° / 24° | 187mm | 13 | Quiet | Details → |
| December | 31° / 24° | 273mm | 17 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Bali by Season
Standard tropical packing — T-shirts and shorts. Light rain protection optional but rarely needed. Sunscreen + hat essential as sunshine hours jump to 8.5.
Same dry-season packing — light hoodie for cooler evenings important. July is the coolest month of the year (23°C lows).
Packable rain jacket returns. Quick-dry fabrics + T-shirts + shorts. Brief afternoon storms (1-2 hours) return mid-October onward.
Same as January — quick-dry fabrics + packable rain jacket. Marginal improvement (16 vs 18 rainy days).
Bali Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Bali? +
For weather, June, July, August are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 30°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Bali? +
The hottest month is April with an average high of 32°C, and the coldest is June with an average low of 23°C. The annual average is 31°C high / 24°C low.
When does it rain most in Bali? +
The wettest month is January (326mm over about 18 rainy days) and the driest is August (38mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 1783mm.
What should I pack for Bali? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 31/24°C — Standard tropical packing — T-shirts and shorts. Light rain protection optional but rarely needed. Sunscreen + hat essential as sunshine hours jump to 8.5. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 29/23°C — Same dry-season packing — light hoodie for cooler evenings important. July is the coolest month of the year (23°C lows). Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 31/24°C — Packable rain jacket returns. Quick-dry fabrics + T-shirts + shorts. Brief afternoon storms (1-2 hours) return mid-October onward. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 31/24°C — Same as January — quick-dry fabrics + packable rain jacket. Marginal improvement (16 vs 18 rainy days).
What is the weather in Bali this month (June)? +
June averages 30°C high / 23°C low with 47mm rainfall over about 4 rainy days. Crowds are busy and prices are high.
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Why you can trust weather guide
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.