Quick decision
When to visit Bali?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
73°F–81°F in July
🌧 Least rain
59% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
January (90%)
📅 Best score
7.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Beach & SurfingJune–September — south coast (Seminyak, Canggu). West coast surf season: April–October.
Temples & CultureMay or October — before/after peak season, fewer crowds.
Volcano TrekJuly–August — Agung and Batur in best visibility conditions.
FamilyJuly–August — dry season, water activities, but higher prices.
Retreat / YogaMay or October — fewer crowds, lower prices, good weather.
Monthly climate data
Bali weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 75°F | 84°F | 90% | 0.4in | 9.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 75°F | 84°F | 92% | 0.5in | 10.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 75°F | 84°F | 86% | 0.3in | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ April | 75°F | 84°F | 74% | 0.2in | 11.2h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ May | 75°F | 84°F | 70% | 0.2in | 11.1h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ June | 75°F | 82°F | 65% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 73°F | 81°F | 59% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ August | 73°F | 81°F | 64% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ September | 73°F | 82°F | 64% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ October | 75°F | 84°F | 66% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ November | 75°F | 86°F | 83% | 0.3in | 11.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 75°F | 84°F | 87% | 0.4in | 10.9h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 29°F, 77% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 27°F, 63% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 29°F, 71% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 29°F, 90% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
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FAQ
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July is ideal with 59% rainy days and 27°F. The months of July & September offer comparable conditions.
January is the wettest month with 90% rainy days.
Yes, July is the best month with an average of 27°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.0/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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