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Best time to visit Bali
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
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Best time to visit Bali, Indonesia
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24-30°C, heavy rain and high humidity | high | high |
⚠ Peak of the wet season, expect frequent and heavy downpours. | |
| February | 24-30°C, heavy rain and high humidity | high | high |
⚠ Still firmly in the wet season with potential for localized flooding. | |
| March | 24-31°C, moderate rain and humidity | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Nyepi is a unique cultural experience, but all transport and businesses are closed for 24 hours. | |
| April | 24-31°C, scattered showers and increasing sunshine | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Good time to visit before the peak dry season crowds arrive. | |
| May | 23-31°C, minimal rain and high sunshine | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Excellent weather with fewer crowds than the peak summer months. | |
| June | 23-30°C, very little rain and abundant sunshine | high | high |
⚠ Beginning of the peak tourist season, book accommodations and flights in advance. | |
| July | 22-30°C, dry with plenty of sunshine | peak | peak |
⚠ Highest tourist numbers and prices. Book well in advance. | |
| August | 22-30°C, dry with abundant sunshine | peak | peak |
⚠ Still very busy and expensive. Many European tourists visit during this month. | |
| September | 23-30°C, minimal rain and sunshine | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Crowds begin to thin, making it a good shoulder-season option. | |
| October | 23-30°C, scattered showers and increasing humidity | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Rainfall starts to increase, but often in short bursts. | |
| November | 24-30°C, frequent rain and high humidity | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Rainfall becomes more consistent, impacting outdoor activities. | |
| December | 24-30°C, heavy rain and high humidity | high | high |
⚠ Wet season is in full swing, coinciding with holiday travel peaks. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
March
Nyepi (Balinese Day of Silence)
A unique day of complete silence, fasting, and meditation across the island.
June
Bali Arts Festival
A month-long celebration of Balinese art, music, dance, and culture held in Denpasar.
August
Indonesian Independence Day
Celebrated with flag ceremonies, parades, and traditional games across the island.
October
Galungan and Kuningan
Important Hindu festivals celebrating the victory of dharma over adharma, marked by intricate decorations and ceremonies.
September
World Tourism Day
Often marked with local events and promotions celebrating Bali's tourism industry.
Insider timing tips
- •The wet season (November-March) brings heavy, often short-lived, downpours but can also offer lush green landscapes and fewer tourists outside of holiday periods.
- •The dry season (April-October) is characterized by lower humidity and sunny skies, making it ideal for beach activities, but also attracts the largest crowds and highest prices.
- •Nyepi, the Balinese Day of Silence, is a fascinating cultural event but means the entire island shuts down for 24 hours, including airports.
- •Shoulder months like April, May, and September offer a good balance of pleasant weather and manageable crowds before or after the peak season.
- •While often cited as dry, even the driest months can experience brief, unexpected rain showers.
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