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Planning a Trip to Bali? Here's the Weather

See what weather to expect in Bali, Indonesia and plan your trip with confidence. Monthly averages from real historical weather data.

Bali's climate is defined less by temperature swings — highs hold remarkably steady near 20°C year-round — and more by rainfall, which shapes everything from rice-paddy harvests to whether you're dining under a bamboo canopy by necessity or by choice. The island's wet months bring serious downpours, with December averaging 327mm of rain, while the drier stretch offers a genuinely different experience.

Written by Leo Vicente, founder & engineer who loves to travel

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Avg. high

14°C

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Yearly rainfall

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Best months

Travel Window Score · 5.4/10

Bali's best travel month is August — around 23 rain days and daytime highs near 19°C, on a 10-year historical average (climatology tier).

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Monthly Temperature & Rainfall

What Weather to Expect in Bali

Bali typically has the most favorable weather for travel during May, June, July, August, September, with comfortable temperatures and relatively low rainfall — ideal conditions for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

MayJuneJulyAugustSeptember
Hottest monthJanuary (20°C)
Coldest monthAugust (12°C)
Wettest monthDecember (327mm)
Driest monthAugust (93mm)

Best Time to Visit Bali

May through September see rainfall ease considerably, with August averaging just 93mm, making it the most reliable window for temple visits, outdoor markets, and long days exploring the terraced interior without constant interruption from heavy showers.

The best time to visit Bali is May through September, when daytime highs average around 19°C and rainfall stays low at roughly 111mm per month. These months offer the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing, outdoor activities, and exploring the city at a relaxed pace. August is typically the driest of these months, with only around 93mm of precipitation.

January and February are among the wettest months of the year, with precipitation topping 312mm each, which can disrupt outdoor plans and make roads and trails difficult to navigate.

Bali Weather by Season

Spring

Spring (March–May) brings mild weather to Bali, with highs averaging 20°C and lows around 14°C. The season is quite wet, accumulating around 585mm total with roughly 27 rainy days per month.

Summer

Summer (June–August) brings mild weather to Bali, with highs averaging 19°C and lows around 13°C. The season is moderately wet, accumulating around 295mm total with roughly 23 rainy days per month.

Autumn

Autumn (September–November) brings mild weather to Bali, with highs averaging 20°C and lows around 13°C. The season is quite wet, accumulating around 628mm total with roughly 27 rainy days per month.

Winter

Winter (December–February) brings mild weather to Bali, with highs averaging 20°C and lows around 14°C. The season is quite wet, accumulating around 956mm total with roughly 29 rainy days per month.

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