Best Time to Visit Bali (2026)
Bali has two distinct seasons: a dry season (May–September) and a wet season (October–April). The dry season is unambiguously the best time to visit for beach holidays, surfing, and temple trekking.
Green ✓ = Best months · Red = Consider avoiding
Bali Travel Guides
July–August
European and Australian school holidays — packed beaches, highest prices, but guaranteed dry weather.
May–June & September
Best overall balance — dry weather, fewer crowds, lower prices. Ideal for most travellers.
November–March
Wet season — daily afternoon downpours. Good for rice paddies (vivid green), cheaper hotels, and quieter temples.
Month-by-Month Guide
| Month | Weather | Avg Temp | Rain | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Hot & very wetWettest month — heavy rain most days | 27°C | High | Moderate | Budget |
| Feb | Hot & very wet | 27°C | High | Low | Budget |
| Mar | Hot & wet | 28°C | High | Low | Budget |
| Apr | Warm, rain easing | 28°C | Moderate | Low | Mid |
| May | Warm & dry startingShoulder season begins | 28°C | Moderate | Moderate | Mid |
| JunBest | Warm & mostly dryExcellent time — great weather, decent prices | 27°C | Low | Moderate | Mid |
| JulBest | Dry & sunnyPeak season — book months in advance | 26°C | Low | High | Peak |
| AugBest | Dry & sunny | 26°C | Low | High | Peak |
| Sep | Warm & mainly dryGreat shoulder month | 27°C | Low | Moderate | Mid |
| Oct | Warm, rain returning | 28°C | Moderate | Low | Mid |
| Nov | Hot & wet | 28°C | High | Low | Budget |
| Dec | Hot & wetChristmas/NYE spike in prices and tourists | 27°C | High | Moderate | Peak |
Key Events & Festivals
Nyepi (Balinese New Year)
The island goes completely silent for 24 hours — no lights, no noise, no movement outside.
Bali Arts Festival
Month-long showcase of traditional Balinese dance, music, and craft at the Bali Arts Centre in Denpasar.
Odalan Temple Festivals
Every temple celebrates its anniversary every 210 days — colourful processions and offerings.
Planning Tips
June and September offer the best combination of weather, price, and fewer crowds — ideal shoulder months
Book cliff-top villas in Uluwatu and Seminyak 3–4 months ahead for July/August
The wet season isn't all bad — rice fields are vividly green, waterfalls are full, and Ubud is quieter
Surf conditions are best April–October on the west coast; November–March for the east coast (Padang Padang flips)
Plan your Bali trip
Bali Packing List
What to pack for your Bali trip — by season and category