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Bali, Indonesia · Equatorial tropical

Bali in September: go or not?

Mixed period. Bali in September: 5.7/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 8.67°S · 115.21°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Bali · September
5.7
23–28°
Temperature
29%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
The month in detail

What to expect in September

In September, Bali sees 28°C during the day with 6.8h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 29% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.2/10) is significantly better if possible.

September ranks 3 out of 12 months in Bali.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is September the right month?

The best month in Bali is July (8.2/10), 2.5 pts higher than September.

See July →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Indonesia

🗣️LanguageIndonesian
💶CurrencyRoupie indonésienne (Rp)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthNovember · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 63%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
Location

Where is Bali ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Indonesia
Equatorial tropical climate with a 8.2 → 4.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
8.67°S · 115.21°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Bali?
July is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 6.7h of sunshine and 26.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Bali get in July?
Bali averages 6.7 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Bali?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Bali in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Bali good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Bali scores 4.6/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Bali?
February is the most difficult month to visit Bali, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Bali in September?
In September, the sea averages 27°C in Bali: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Bali in September?
The average UV index reaches 9 in September in Bali (very high), with about 12.0h of daylight. Protection essential.